Line Cook Jobs in Wausau, WI

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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Cook

  • Wausau, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 30+ days ago

Role: Cook Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At...

Cook - Food And Nutrition Services

  • Wausau, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 1 day ago

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day....

Sunday - Monday Cook at The Palms

  • Schofield, WI (10 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Schofield, WI (10 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Experienced Cooks Only: Sunday 9am to close and Mondays 9am - 4pm at The Palms. Possible fill-in hours and Thursday's from 4pm - 8pm Call ... and ask for Tiff. Stop in person with your resume....

Sandwich Artist

  • Weston, WI (10 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Weston, WI (10 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 11 days ago

As part of the Subway Team, you as a Sandwich Artist will focus on four main things: Providing an excellent Guest experience Preparing and serving great food Keeping restaurants clean and...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Schofield, WI (10 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Schofield, WI (10 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 13 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....

Cook

  • Wausau, WI
  • 28 days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 28 days ago

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day....

Line Cook

  • Wausau, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 30+ days ago

As a line cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes and plate presentation to delight our guests....

Line Cook

  • Wausau, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 30+ days ago

As a Line Cook for Texas Roadhouse, you'll make made-from-scratch Legendary Food for our guests to enjoy....

Pizza Maker(02043) - 301 2nd Ave

  • Wausau, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description Creating great family-like unified teams that are well equipped to serve our Domino's experience to the communities from shore to shore - our pizza in round, we have crust,...

Line Cook

  • Schofield, WI (10 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schofield, WI (10 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Wausau Country Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Line Cook....

Pizza Maker(02042) - 3910 Schofield Ave

  • Schofield, WI (10 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schofield, WI (10 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description Creating great family-like unified teams that are well equipped to serve our Domino's experience to the communities from shore to shore - our pizza in round, we have crust,...

Cook

  • Wausau, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 30+ days ago

Pizza Hut Cook Be a sauce boss and make hungry people happy as a Cook for Pizza Hut. That's right, you can earn some cash while making great pizza, pasta and wings. Sound good? Requirements As a...

Hospital Cook PRN Wausau Rehab

  • Wausau, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 45+ days ago

Hospital Cook PRN | Wausau Rehab Location US-WI-Wausau ID 2025-60877 Category Dietary Services Position Type PRN Overview If you're looking for a schedule that fits your lifestyle, check out PAM...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Mosinee, WI (13 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mosinee, WI (13 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 45+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Mosinee School District - 146001 State Highway 153, Mosinee, WI 54455 Note: online applications accepted only....

Cook

  • Schofield, WI (10 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Schofield, WI (10 miles from Wausau, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

What began as an idea between two brothers to open a Mexican restaurant has since grown into one of the largest, privately held Taco Bell franchisees in America. At Border Foods, we work with a...

Demographic Data for Wausau, WI

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Wausau, WI

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Wausau, WI offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Associate's Degree
22.8%
Bachelor's Degree
19.5%
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 Wausau, WI
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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