Line Cook Jobs in Indiana

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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Shenanigans

Line Cook

presentation Knowledge of portion control, scratch cooking, and kitchen management Ability to manage food costs and ensure profitability Nice to Have Skills: Experience in grilling and knife skills...

Acme By Full Circle

Line Cook

Acme By Full Circle Job Opening: Line Cook Acme By Full Circle is currently seeking a Line Cook to join our team in Fort Wayne, IN 46805....

Acme By Full Circle

Pizza Maker

What We Expect: Use those knife skills to prep ingredients for pizzas and other dishes. Keep an eye on food costs to keep things profitable....

Cook

  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 1 day ago

Role: Cook 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 HCSG, we are...

Cook

  • East Chicago, IN
  • 22 days ago
  • East Chicago, IN
  • 22 days ago

Cook Job Reference Number: 29333 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Corrections Brand: Summit State: Indiana (US-IN) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add an experienced cook to...

Lead Cook-La Porte County

  • La Porte, IN
  • 8 hours ago
  • La Porte, IN
  • 8 hours ago

Looking for a Leadership position in Food Service? Do you have integrity, a positive can-do attitude, a strong character and able to work in a structured environment? Tigg's Canteen Services is...

Line Cook - Valparaiso Chili's

  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 9 hours 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...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Gary, IN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Gary, IN
  • 9 hours 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

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 12 hours ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 12 hours ago

Produces food products that conform to hotel and ZMC Hotels standards and meet or exceed guest expectations. Practices safe and sanitary work habits. Responsibilities: - Must have knowledge of...

Popeyes Cook

  • Whitestown, IN
  • 19 hours ago
  • Whitestown, IN
  • 19 hours ago

Perform grill cook tasks, such as setting up broiler, fryer and grill stations according to the line check sheets....

Cook

  • New Albany, IN
  • 20 hours ago
  • New Albany, IN
  • 20 hours 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

  • Clarksville, IN
  • 20 hours ago
  • Clarksville, IN
  • 20 hours ago

Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Cook...

Cook

  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 21 hours ago
  • Mishawaka, IN
  • 21 hours ago

We rely on our Cook to create a positive experience for customers including residents and employees in our dietary department. Responsible for providing excellent customer service, quality...

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 21 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 21 hours 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/Cashier (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Gary, IN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Gary, IN
  • 23 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Location : Lake Ridge New Tech Schools - 6111 West Ridge Road, Gary, IN 46408. Note: online...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Indiana

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Indiana offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.1%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
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 Indiana
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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