Line Cook Jobs in Boston, MA

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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The Marina Restaurant and Bar at The Wharf

Line Cook

We are seeking a new Line Cook to join our team. Your role will be to bring their own set of unique skills to benefit the restaurant and to complete all necessary task of a line cook....

The Farmer's Daughter

Egg Cook

skills and plate presentation Passion for using fresh, local ingredients in all dishes Nice to Have Skills: Ability to accommodate special diets and dietary restrictions Salary and Benefits: Minimum...

Cook

  • Lynn, MA (9 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lynn, MA (9 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 14 days ago

. - Knowledge of food safety guidelines, preferredMachines, Equipment Used:- General office equipment, convection oven, mixer, steamer, gas range, grill, oven, microwave, toaster, blender, steam tables...

Dependable Line Cooks

  • Beverly, MA (17 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Beverly, MA (17 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 17 hours ago

Dependable Line Cooks (Beverly) compensation: tbd employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Line Cooks, full time, part time available relocation assistance available Opportunities for...

Line Cook

  • Stoneham, MA (8 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Stoneham, MA (8 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 17 hours ago

LINE EXPERIENCED LINE COOK WANTED FOR PUB STYLE MUST BE FAMILIAR WITH FRY, GRILL, OVEN....

NOW HIRING: Kitchen Staff at Gametime Lanes Peabody

  • Peabody, MA (12 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Peabody, MA (12 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 17 hours ago

Cooks Pizza Makers Details: Full-time and Part-time Opportunities Must be available all nights and weekends Competitive Pay: $25-$30 per hour Why Join Us?...

Line Cooks Needed - The Drift, Hull

  • Hull, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Hull, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

un Line Cooks Needed - The Drift, Hull (Hull) george washington blvd compensation: 19-25 employment type: job title: Seasonal Hiring We're Hiring at The Drift!...

Line Cooks Wanted

  • Cohasset, MA (15 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Cohasset, MA (15 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

un Line Cooks Wanted (Cohasset) Evoke Wellness compensation: $20-$27/Hr employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Line Cook Seeking a Line cook for storing, preparing, and cooking food...

Cook

  • Lawrence, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lawrence, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

un Cook (S Lawrence) compensation: $18 to $22 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Cook Looking for cook with experience with American pub & grille food. Principals only....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Walpole, MA (17 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Walpole, MA (17 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

Eurest + We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. + Location: Siemens Walpole - 333 Coney Street, East Walpole, MA 02032. Note: online applications accepted only. + Schedule: Full...

HIRING NOW - Prep & Line Cooks - Health Insurance & 401k

  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

Responsible for maintaining properly sharpened knives and tools and exhibits at least average knife skills in speed and accuracy to maintain a professional line cook's workload....

Cook - Breakfast and Lunch

  • Marshfield, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Marshfield, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

Come join our Amazing Team.. The Village at Proprietors Green (VPG) is a well-established 149-unit Senior Living Community offering a continuum of independent, assisted and memory care apartments...

Food Service Worker, Part-time (Salem Regional Medical Center)

  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

Food Service Worker, Part-time (Salem Regional Medical Center) AVI Foodsystems Inc Salem, OH (Onsite) Part-Time Job Details AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member...

PM Line Cook with Experience

  • Boston, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 19 hours ago

PM Line Cook with Experience (Dorchester) The Pearl 20B District Ave compensation: 19-22 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Experienced Line Cook Line Cook needed for PM shift....

Lead Cook

  • Boston, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 19 hours ago

Lead Cook (North End, Boston) compensation: varies with experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Lead Cook Lead Cook needed for fast paced North End Italian restaurant....

Demographic Data for Boston, MA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Boston, MA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA
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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