Line Cook Jobs in Nelson, NH

A Line Cook, or Station Chef, is an integral part of the culinary team in a commercial kitchen. They are primarily responsible for preparing food items, following recipes, and cooking meals in their designated section. The position demands efficiency, ability to work under pressure, and strong attention to detail as they need to deliver high-quality food within a fast-paced environment. Line Cooks also maintain clean work areas, sanitize kitchen equipment, and ensure food safety standards are upheld.

Before becoming a Line Cook, a person might start their culinary career as a Kitchen Helper, Dishwasher, or Prep Cook. Important skills for a Line Cook include cooking skills, knowledge of food safety, teamwork, and the ability to stand for long periods. A certification in food handling or a degree from a culinary school is often required. Some also pursue additional certifications such as the ServSafe Food Handler certificate and Certified Culinarian (CC) certification from the American Culinary Federation to enhance their credentials and improve job prospects.

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Line Cook - Keene Chili's

  • Keene, NH (8 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Keene, NH (8 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 3 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Food Service Worker - Winchendon School Nutrition

  • Winchendon, MA (24 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Winchendon, MA (24 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 11 days ago

This position is responsible for making and serving nutritious meals for students in a safe and healthful manner. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Prepares and serves food...

Cook I

  • Rindge, NH (18 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rindge, NH (18 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 12 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station Attends work and shows for...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Peterborough, NH (12 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 16 days ago
  • Peterborough, NH (12 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 16 days ago

Overview Role: Food Service Worker Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and serving meals for...

Cook $20.00/hr

  • Winchendon, MA (24 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 18 days ago
  • Winchendon, MA (24 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 18 days ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking an experienced Cook to join our team at a school located in Winchendon, MA. This is a great opportunity to work in a chef's dream kitchen - very well equipped -...

Experienced Food Prep / Grill Cook

  • Peterborough, NH (12 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 25 days ago
  • Peterborough, NH (12 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 25 days ago

Professionalism, organizational skills and sanitation standards are essential, as well as the ability to work well with others. This a non-smoking facility. The position requires scheduling...

Cook - Part Time Scott Farrar

  • Peterborough, NH (12 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 29 days ago
  • Peterborough, NH (12 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 29 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Prepare meals to ensure compliance with portioning, plate presentation and quality guidelines....

Cook (Part Time)

  • Putney, VT (21 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Putney, VT (21 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Line Cook

  • Henniker, NH (18 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Henniker, NH (18 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

Line Cook (Henniker) Daniel's Pub Inc 48 Main Street compensation: Competitive employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Line Cook Line cook needed - Full or part time - Principals only...

Food Service Worker- Utility - Weare School Nutrition

  • Weare, NH (20 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Weare, NH (20 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Organize dish room in such a way as to prevent recontamination of clean dishes and utensils with soiled ones. Fill dish machine with fresh water...

Cook

  • New Boston, NH (22 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Boston, NH (22 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 45+ days ago

Cook University System of New Hampshire, United States about 7 hours ago Location: New Boston, NEW HAMPSHIRE USNH Employees should within Workday through the Jobs Hub app Perform various tasks...

Kitchen Assistant - Westmoreland School Food Services

  • Keene, NH (8 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Keene, NH (8 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: Food Services/ Cashier/Assistant, Aide or Substitute. Date Posted: 3/3/2025 Location: Westmoreland School Date Available: 2024-2025    We are looking for reliable,...

Cook - Nutrition Services, Per Diem

  • Keene, NH (8 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Keene, NH (8 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 45+ days ago

Participates as a member of the Nutrition Services Team with primary responsibility for performing a variety of routine tasks (preparing, cooking, plating and/or servicing food) as assigned for...

Lead Cook

  • Peterborough, NH (12 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Peterborough, NH (12 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 45+ days ago

We are looking for a Lead Cook to join our culinary team at RiverMead. We offer full-time employees a competitive salary, a generous benefits package, and a weekend shift differential. Our...

Line Cook

  • Keene, NH (8 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Keene, NH (8 miles from Nelson, NH)
  • 60+ days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below Combining quality and bold FLAVOR starts with our Line Cooks....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Nelson, NH

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Nelson, NH offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Line Cooks in Nelson, NH
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%


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