Line Cook Jobs in Mishawaka, IN

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, Legends (On-Call/Temporary)

  • Notre Dame, IN (8 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Notre Dame, IN (8 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 20 hours ago

Multitask in High-Volume Production: Efficiently manage multiple cooking stations simultaneously, including grilling, stir-frying, carving meats, deep frying, baking, and live display cooking during...

High Volume Cook - Penn High School

  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Food Service/Food Service Support Date Posted: 4/23/2025 Location: Penn High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide High volume cooking experience in food service...

Food Service Worker

  • Notre Dame, IN (8 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Notre Dame, IN (8 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Location Name: HOLY CROSS HOUSE - 45739001 Location ID: 45739001 Food Service Worker Location: HOLY CROSS HOUSE - 45739001 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings - varying days, and rotating...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Bremen, IN (10 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bremen, IN (10 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 8 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

  • Elkhart, IN (10 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN (10 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Overview 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...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Notre Dame, IN (8 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Notre Dame, IN (8 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Unidine Unidine is hiring immediately for full time and part time COOK positions. Location: Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame - 54515 State Highway 933, Notre Dame, IN 46556. Schedule: Full time...

Cook - Mishawaka

  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 9 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 9 days ago

COOK - Mishawaka Are you looking for a rewarding and supportive work environment with opportunities to grow? Join Oaklawn, w hope and healing begin, in addressing the mental health needs of...

Cook

  • Elkhart, IN (10 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN (10 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 13 days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY: Our Cooks love Trilogy for the stability, meaningful work, and great team. If youre looking to grow as a Cook, Trilogy is where you belong! Hi! Were glad youre thinking about...

Cook

  • South Bend, IN (6 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • South Bend, IN (6 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 13 days ago

Qualifications: Proven experience as a cook or line cook in a restaurant setting is preferred. Knowledge of culinary techniques, cooking methods, and food safety practices....

Line Cook

  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 18 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 18 days ago

LINE COOK This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience the moment they walk through our...

Line Cook

  • Granger, IN (7 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 27 days ago
  • Granger, IN (7 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 27 days ago

7225 Heritage Square Dr, Granger, IN, USA, Granger, IN, US Uptown Kitchen has exciting openings for Line Cooks!...

Cook

  • Granger, IN (7 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 29 days ago
  • Granger, IN (7 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 29 days ago

based on applicable state & local requirements Available to work weekend and holiday shifts Ability to read tickets, recipes, prep sheets, and spec charts in English Able to competently operate the grill...

Cook

  • Niles, MI (16 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 29 days ago
  • Niles, MI (16 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 29 days ago

Essential Functions Performs hot food preparation including frying, baking, broiling, braising and grilling. Prepares soups, cereals, eggs, entrees, vegetables, and other food items as necessary....

Cook (Part Time)

  • Notre Dame, IN (8 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Notre Dame, IN (8 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for a part time COOK position. Location : Holy Cross Village - 54515 State Highway 933 North, Notre Dame, IN 46556. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule...

Subway Sandwich Artist

  • Plymouth, IN (20 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plymouth, IN (20 miles from Mishawaka, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description Pay Rates Starting between: $11.38 - $14.88 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment...

Demographic Data for Mishawaka, IN

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Mishawaka, IN

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Mishawaka, IN 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 Mishawaka, IN
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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