Line Cook Jobs in Mount Airy, MD

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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Cook

  • Catonsville, MD (23 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Catonsville, MD (23 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 18 days ago

Role: Cook Rate: $ 16 per hour 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...

Cook

  • Keymar, MD (16 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Keymar, MD (16 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 4 hours ago

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring Coook at Silver Oak Academy in Keymar, Maryland Silver Oak Academy is located on a...

Line Cook - Tatte Rockville

  • Rockville, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 23 hours ago

Cooks Primary Responsibilities + Execute techniques under the direction of the Sous Chef and Executive Chef + Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality, and presentation standards + Prepare...

Cook

  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 23 hours ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL** What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like + **Care beyond the table** At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. Its...

Cocinero (Line Cook)

  • Elkridge, MD (24 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Elkridge, MD (24 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 23 hours ago

Keyword: Cocinero (Line Cook) From: Silver Diner Development, LLC...

Line Cook

  • Elkridge, MD (24 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Elkridge, MD (24 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 23 hours ago

We are hiring Full-Time Line Cooks!...

Kitchen Cook

  • Mount Airy, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Airy, MD
  • 1 day ago

Join us in creating memorable dining experiences that delight our guests! Kitchen cook. No experience needed. Training Job Hours: only work dinner. No lunch breakfast from 3-9 pm Tuesday to...

Line Cook

  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Cook Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and established guest service and sustainability standards....

Cook

  • Owings Mills, MD (19 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (19 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about...

Food Service Worker - Flexible Schedule

  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago

SCA Food Service Worker Location: DECA-FORT DETRICK - 56632003 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview...

SCA Food Service Worker

  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Location Name: DECA-FORT DETRICK - 56632003 Location ID: 56632003 SCA Food Service Worker Location: DECA-FORT DETRICK - 56632003 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Our Cooks @ The Carnegie provide the highest quality/presentation food to our residents, guests, and associates, to promote an excellent restaurant-style dining atmosphere. What's in it for me?...

Cook

  • Rockville, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago

About UsOverview If you're a foodie who loves to mix it up in the kitchen then look no further! Responsibilities You will use your creativity and passion for delicious food to deliver an enhanced...

Experienced Cook/Chef

  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for an experienced cook to work at the award-winning Restaurant at Patowmack Farm. The person must embrace working on our on-farm restaurant using ingredients we source from our...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Role: Food Service Worker Rate: $ 15 per hour Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and serving...

Demographic Data for Mount Airy, MD

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Mount Airy, MD

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Mount Airy, MD 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 Mount Airy, MD
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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