Line Cook Jobs in Dubuque, IA

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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Woodfire Grille Cook

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 22 hours ago

Job Description The Woodfire Grille Cook will safely prepare food items, following menu specifications and standard recipes, for service to Guests (Must strive for picture perfect plate presentation...

Food Service Worker

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 2 days ago

Overview Food Service Worker - Cafeteria Part-time,.30 FTE (8 hours/week) Evenings, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm, every other weekend rotation Prepare and deliver patient trays and carts. Collect and clean...

Food Service Worker

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 4 days ago

Performs routine cleaning and dishwashing, assisting cook and other food service workers with set up and delivery of meals. Job Duties Cleans tables and chairs, kitchen utensils and equipment,...

Food Service Worker

  • Farley, IA (18 miles from Dubuque, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Farley, IA (18 miles from Dubuque, IA)
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: Nutrition Services/Food Service Worker Date Posted: 6/3/2025 Location: Western Dubuque High School at Epworth Date Available: 08/01/2025 Closing Date: until filled...

Cook/Food Service

  • Lancaster, WI (20 miles from Dubuque, IA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lancaster, WI (20 miles from Dubuque, IA)
  • 12 days ago

Cook/Food Service** **Job Reference Number:** 30265 **Employment Type:** Part-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Corrections **Brand:** Summit **State:** Wisconsin (US-WI) **The Role at a glance:** We...

Restaurant Team Member - Cook

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 22 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 22 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...

Cook/Food Service Worker

  • Lancaster, WI (20 miles from Dubuque, IA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Lancaster, WI (20 miles from Dubuque, IA)
  • 26 days ago

TITLE: Cook / Food Service Worker DEPARTMENT: Dietary POSITION STATUS/HOURS: Part-time position,.7 FTE (56 hours/pay period). Cook shifts are 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Every other weekend (Saturday...

Line Cook

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago

Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles....

Market Grille Cook

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago

Equipment Used to Perform Job: Grill, toaster, coffee machine, fryer, flat top stove, oven, steamer, chopper, hot case, kitchen utensils, knives, stove, chicken roaster, can opener, and C.A.R.S. reordering...

Line Cook

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Overview Title: Line Cook Location: Dubuque, IA Pay - $16 - $19 per hour...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 45+ days ago

You will work in multiple stations, inclusive of Chip, Shake, Grill, Southwest, and Expo....

Hy-Chi Cook

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 45+ days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Must be 18+ - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully...

Line Cook - Broil/Grill

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 90+ days ago

As a Broil Cook your responsibilities would include: High volume restaurant experience Understand cooking steak temperatures Meat seasoning, searing, and cooking Meat seasoning, searing, and grilling...

Cook

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Put Your Purpose To Work at PHS We Have a Place for YOU Apply To Mount Carmel Bluffs Today!At Mount Carmel Bluffs, find purpose and passion in your work with a team of like-minded people...

Line Cook

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 90+ 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....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Dubuque, IA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Dubuque, IA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
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 Dubuque, IA
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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