Line Cook Jobs in Lunenburg, 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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Cook

  • Fitzwilliam, NH (24 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Fitzwilliam, NH (24 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 10 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...

Food Service Worker

  • Lyndeborough, NH (22 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Lyndeborough, NH (22 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

Opening for Food Service Workers, 5.75 hours per day for academic year plus 10 days, school year 2023-2024 supporting School Breakfast Program and National School Lunch Program. The FS Worker will...

Food Service Worker - Northborough/Southborough School Nutrition

  • Northborough, MA (18 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Northborough, MA (18 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 5 hours ago

School Food Service Worker - Fuel Young Minds with Every Meal! Monday-Friday | No Nights or Weekends! These positions are for the 2025-2026 School year and will be working directly for the School...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time)

  • Fitchburg, MA (4 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Fitchburg, MA (4 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

Location: Fitchburg State College We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER position. Address : 160 Pearl Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420. Note: online applications...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Concord, MA (20 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Concord, MA (20 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Middlesex School Flik - 1400 Lowell Road, Concord, MA 01742. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

Location: Worcester State College We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Address : 486 Chandler Street, Worchester, MA 01602. Note: online...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Concord, MA (20 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Concord, MA (20 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques....

Cook

  • Nashua, NH (16 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashua, NH (16 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Operates a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, such as blender, mixer, fryer, slicer, steamer, food processor, convection oven, stove, conventional oven, steam table and tilt skillet....

Cook $21.00/hr

  • Winchendon, MA (17 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Winchendon, MA (17 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 1 day ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking an experienced Cook to join our team at a school located in Winchendon, MA. This is a great opportunity to work in a chef's dream kitchen - very well equipped -...

School Nutrition Cook

  • Framingham, MA (23 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA (23 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 1 day ago

FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS Follow us on LinkedIn TITLE: School Nutrition Cook 2025-2026 School Year POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the School Nutrition Manager, fulfill the daily...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Fitchburg, MA (4 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fitchburg, MA (4 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 2 days ago

You will work in multiple stations, inclusive of Chip, Shake, Grill, Southwest, and Expo....

Sandwich Artist

  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (22 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 2 days ago

As part of the Subway Team, you as a Sandwich Artist will focus on four main things: Providing an excellent Guest experience Preparing and serving great food Keeping restaurants clean and...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Framingham, MA (23 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (23 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment Attends work and shows...

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Framingham, MA (23 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (23 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station May support management in...

Cook - Flexible Schedule

  • Framingham, MA (23 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (23 miles from Lunenburg, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station Attends work and shows for...

Demographic Data for Lunenburg, MA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Lunenburg, MA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Lunenburg, MA 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 Lunenburg, 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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