Line Cook Jobs in Maine

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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Mine Oyster

Experienced Line Cook

Are you a passionate and reliable Line Cook with experience working multiple stations in a fast-paced kitchen?...

Weekend Cook

  • South Portland, ME
  • 45+ days ago
  • South Portland, ME
  • 45+ 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...

PRN Temporary Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Orono, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Orono, ME
  • 4 days ago

Role: Temporary Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Temporary Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in...

Cook

  • Orono, ME
  • 45+ days ago
  • Orono, ME
  • 45+ 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...

Cooks for Restaurant - Hiring Now

  • Biddeford, ME
  • 3 days ago
  • Biddeford, ME
  • 3 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for cooking grill and fryer items in accordance with Parkhurst standards and procedures under strict sanitary conditions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1....

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Waterville, ME
  • 11 days ago
  • Waterville, ME
  • 11 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...

Line Cook

  • Scarborough, ME
  • 3 hours ago
  • Scarborough, ME
  • 3 hours ago

Line cooks will help with food preparation, accurate plating of menu items to ensure our guests a dining experience that exceeds their expectations....

School Nutrition/Food Service Worker

  • Skowhegan, ME
  • 23 hours ago
  • Skowhegan, ME
  • 23 hours ago

ANTICIPATED SUPPORT SERVICES JOB POSTING JOB CLASSIFICATION: Food Service Worker LOCATION : Margaret Chase Smith Community School HOURS: 6 hours per day Monday Friday 30 hours per week School Year...

Bissell Brothers - Line Cook - $25/HR

  • Portland, ME
  • 23 hours ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 23 hours ago

Bissell Brothers is seeking a Full-Time Line Cook to help round out our Kitchen Team. Come be part of a great team that cares about its employees!...

Ramona's - Kitchen - Line Cook

  • Portland, ME
  • 23 hours ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 23 hours ago

Ramona's is a Philly-inspired Hoagie shop from the owner of Benny's, located on Washington Ave. in Portland, Maine... We are looking for hard-working individuals to work in our kitchen and foster...

Cook - Evening Shift

  • Brunswick, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Brunswick, ME
  • 1 day ago

Cook - Evening Shift Posting Number S01447JP Department Dining Service - Thorne Hall Job Summary Located in Brunswick, Maine, Bowdoin College boasts a student population of almost 2000. We make...

Dietary Aide / Kitchen Staff

  • Freeport, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Freeport, ME
  • 1 day ago

Hawthorne House has been providing exceptional care to the Freeport, Mid-Coast and surround communities. Hawthorne house is a leading provider of skilled nursing care, skilled rehabilitation,...

Cook

  • Freeport, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Freeport, ME
  • 1 day ago

Hawthorne House has been providing exceptional care to the Freeport, Mid-Coast and surround communities. Hawthorne house is a leading provider of skilled nursing care, skilled rehabilitation,...

Cook / Chef / Food Services

  • Portland, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 1 day ago

Cumberland County government seeks to fill a cook position in their jail located in Portland, Maine. The selected applicant will provide administrative and operational support by supervising the...

Grill Cook

  • Portland, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 1 day 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...

Demographic Data for Maine

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Maine

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 Maine 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 Maine
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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