Line Cook Jobs in Muncie, 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

  • New Castle, IN (12 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 22 days ago
  • New Castle, IN (12 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 22 days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY: At Trilogy, youll experience a caring, supportive community that values each team member. We prioritize meaningful relationships, genuine teamwork, and continuous growth. With...

Cook - Ball Memorial - Full Time

  • Muncie, IN
  • 8 hours ago
  • Muncie, IN
  • 8 hours ago

Are you seeking a role where your efforts will improve the lives and experiences of our patients and employees? This position prepares regular and therapeutic diet, hot and cold food items for...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Anderson, IN (21 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anderson, IN (21 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Anderson University We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Address: 1100 5th Street Anderson, IN 46012 Note: online applications...

Cook - Anderson

  • Anderson, IN (21 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anderson, IN (21 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Join Community Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, "community" is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors...

Production Cook - 2nd Shift

  • Orestes, IN (21 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orestes, IN (21 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 1 day ago

JOB SUMMARY This position is required to manufacture batches of tomato component and required ingredients to specified quality standards and record all data for each batch. Also, this position is...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Anderson, IN (13 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Anderson, IN (13 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Anderson University We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Address : 1100 5th Street Anderson, IN 46012 Note: online applications...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Anderson, IN (16 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Anderson, IN (16 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 3 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....

PR 1469138/Food Service Worker

  • Muncie, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Muncie, IN
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: WE ARE PEOPLEREADY Staffing. Its what we know. Because weve been providing staffing solutions, putting people to work, for nearly 30 years. Whether youre looking for work, or...

Cook

  • Anderson, IN (21 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Anderson, IN (21 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 7 days ago

Line Cook/Prep Cook Job Description: If you like working with a fun team, love our queso, have a great personality & enjoy interacting with customers, then come and talk to us about joining the QDOBA...

Cook 1

  • Muncie, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Muncie, IN
  • 8 days ago

Cook 1 Compensation: $20.19 - $20.19 Department: North Dining_C Start Date: 07/25/2025 About this opportunity: Ball State University Dining has an opportunity for a Cook position at North Dining....

Food Service Worker

  • Muncie, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Muncie, IN
  • 8 days ago

Grill or carve food as required....

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Straughn, IN (20 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Straughn, IN (20 miles from Muncie, IN)
  • 9 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : South Henry School Corporation - 6972 South State Road 103, Straughn, IN 47387. Note: online applications accepted...

Restaurant Team Member - Cook

  • Muncie, IN
  • 9 days ago
  • Muncie, IN
  • 9 days ago

Overview Be a Part of Something Uncommonly Good At Noodles & Company, our mission is to nourish and inspire every team member, guest, and community we serve. We're hiring restaurant Team Members...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time)

  • Muncie, IN
  • 13 days ago
  • Muncie, IN
  • 13 days ago

Chartwells K12 $250 stay bonus program, $250 referral program* (more details upon interview) We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Location: Muncie...

Line Cook

  • Muncie, IN
  • 15 days ago
  • Muncie, IN
  • 15 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Muncie, IN

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Muncie, IN

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Muncie, IN offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.1%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
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 Muncie, 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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