Line Cook Jobs in North Windham, 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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Weekend Cook

  • South Portland, ME (12 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 27 days ago
  • South Portland, ME (12 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 27 days ago

Resort Lifestyle Communities is accepting applications for a part-time Cook provide resort-style food and service while developing strong, positive, and lasting relationships with our residents...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Falmouth, ME (7 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 9 days ago
  • Falmouth, ME (7 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 9 days ago

Role: Food Service Worker Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and serving meals for residents in a...

Cook

  • Westbrook, ME (7 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (7 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 60+ days 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...

Grill Cook

  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities would consist of: Prepping Breakfast and Lunch with Grill partner Cooking and Grilling on Flattop and Charbroiler Ability to multitask and work multiple tickets at once Keeping Grill...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Casco, ME (13 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Casco, ME (13 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 19 hours ago

Grill Cook Location: CAMP LAUREL SOUTH - 10687001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process....

Line Cook at Scales

  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 22 hours ago

Scales, one of Portland's premiere restaurants, is looking for a motivated Line Cook to join our culinary team....

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Unidine Unidine is hiring immediately for full time and part time COOK positions. Location: The Cedars - 630 Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME 04103 Schedule: Full and part time schedule. Days may vary,...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Unidine Unidine is hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : The Cedars - 630 Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME 04103 Schedule : Part time schedule. Days may vary, 4:00...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 1 day ago

at Compass Group, North America in Portland, Maine, United States Job Description Unidine Unidine is hiring immediately for full time and part time COOK positions. + Location: The Cedars 630 Ocean...

Line cook wanted.. Housing available

  • Limerick, ME (20 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Limerick, ME (20 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 2 days ago

un Line cook wanted.. Housing available (Limerick) compensation: Competitive hourly pay employment type: job title: Line cook Looking for a experience line cook for a busy year round Restaurant....

Cook - Mid Coast Hospital

  • Brunswick, ME (22 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (22 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Service/Maintenance Support Req #: 27899 For a limited time MaineHealth is offering up to $5,000 sign on for Cooks! Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time Cook...

First Cook

  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Service/Maintenance Support Req #: 37460 ($5,000.00 Sign on Bonus paid in 3 installments, prorated for Part Time) Current MaineHealth employees not eligible for the sign on bonus. Must be...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Portland, ME (8 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, ME (8 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for full time and part time COOK positions. Location : The Cedars - 630 Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME 04103 Schedule : Full and part time schedule. Days may vary, 6:30...

Line Cook Needed - Full time.

  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 2 days ago

We're looking for a dedicated and hard working individual to join our team. Daytime hours! Have your evenings free! Position available immediately. Hours are typically 7am - 2:00pm weekdays and...

Now Hiring-Customer Service/ Kitchen Staff

  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, ME (11 miles from North Windham, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Now Hiring Customer Service Kitchen Staff $20+ per hour Were looking for friendly, reliable team members to join our crew! Positions available include: *Customer Service *Pizza Maker *Sandwich...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in North Windham, ME

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in North Windham, ME 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 North Windham, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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