Line Cook Jobs in Hallowell, ME

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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Fulltime cook

  • Newcastle, ME (20 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newcastle, ME (20 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 4 days ago

Fulltime cook at Lincoln Home in NEWCASTLE, Maine, United States Job Description Culinary Team Cook Excellent full-time year-round position Opportunity. Join a highly motived and Qualified Dining...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Waterville, ME (21 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 10 days ago
  • Waterville, ME (21 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 10 days ago

Bon Appetit We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Colby College - 5460 Mayflower Hill, Waterville, ME 04901. Note: online applications...

Dishwasher and Kitchen Assistant

  • Kents Hill, ME (16 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 21 days ago
  • Kents Hill, ME (16 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 21 days ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking a full-time Dishwasher and Kitchen Assistant to join our team in a modern, recently remodeled kitchen in Kents Hill, ME. Here you will ensure that the meals we...

Support Services Cook I

  • Lewiston, ME (21 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 21 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME (21 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 21 days ago

May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and may operate a grill station....

Line Cook

  • Gardiner, ME (6 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 29 days ago
  • Gardiner, ME (6 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 29 days ago

Ensure all food items are prepared to Company standard Pay Rate: $21 - $23/hour Qualifications Formal training or education in culinary arts One year Line Cook experience Proficient in various cooking...

Cook - Per Diem

  • Lewiston, ME (21 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lewiston, ME (21 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

at Woodlands Senior Living LLC in Lewiston, Maine, United States Job Description Cook Per Diem Lewiston, ME ( Food Service Job Type Part-time Description Do you have an interest or background in...

Cook - Montello Heights

  • Lewiston, ME (21 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lewiston, ME (21 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

at First Atlantic Healthcare in Lewiston, Maine, United States Job Description Cook Job Summary + Review menus prior to preparation of food + Inspect special diet trays to assure they are correct...

Cook

  • Waterville, ME (21 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Waterville, ME (21 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 90+ 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...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Damariscotta, ME (23 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Damariscotta, ME (23 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 90+ days ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for full and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Chase Point - 35 Schooner Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543 Schedule : Full time and part time...

Custodian/Cook - 8 hours

  • Palermo, ME (20 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Palermo, ME (20 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 45+ days ago

Sheepscot Valley Regional School Unit 12 CUSTODIAN 5 hours per day DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. 2. Ability to maintain effective and...

Cook - part time

  • Palermo, ME (20 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Palermo, ME (20 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 45+ days ago

DESCRIPTION: RSU 12 seeks a Food Service Cook for 3 hours per day. Palermo Consolidated School RESPONSIBILITIES: Preparing food in compliance with all nutrition guidelines. Cleaning up and...

Line Cook

  • Augusta, ME (7 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME (7 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 60+ days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below Combining quality and bold FLAVOR starts with our Line Cooks....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Damariscotta, ME (23 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Damariscotta, ME (23 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 60+ days ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. Location : Maine Health Campus - 35 Schooner Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543. Schedule : Full time schedule. Monday through Sunday, hours...

Summer Cook (NON-Residential) Join our Team!

  • Wiscasset, ME (23 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wiscasset, ME (23 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 60+ days ago

Join Our Team as a Summer Cook (Non-Residential) at Chewonki! Do you have a passion for cooking and a love for the great outdoors? Are you looking for a summer job where you can create delicious,...

Summer Cook (Residential) Join our Team!

  • Wiscasset, ME (23 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wiscasset, ME (23 miles from Hallowell, ME)
  • 60+ days ago

Join Our Team as a Summer Cook (Residential) at Chewonki! Do you have a passion for cooking and a love for the great outdoors? Are you looking for a summer job where you can create delicious,...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Hallowell, ME

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Hallowell, ME 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 Hallowell, ME
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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