Line Cook Jobs in Mendon, 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

  • Westborough, MA (11 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (11 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 12 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...

Cook - PRN

  • Johnston, RI (19 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Johnston, RI (19 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

, fryer, food processor, scales, meat slicerPhysical Requirements: - Ability to sit, stand for long periods, reach, push, pull and lift minimum of 20 pounds, stoop and kneel- Ability to grasp and use...

Fry Cook

  • Worcester, MA (17 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Worcester, MA (17 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

un Fry Cook (Worcester) Quinn's 715 West Boylston St compensation: Experience employment type: job title: Fry Cook Quinns Irish Pub is looking for a full-time Fry Cook to join our team. Must have...

Third Cook (37.5 hrs. a wk./52 wks. per year) Boston College

  • Chestnut Hill, MA (24 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chestnut Hill, MA (24 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 10 hours ago

As assigned, provides routine support in kitchen by performing duties such as, slicing, mixing, grilling, sauteing, roasting, steaming, baking and stewing....

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Milford, MA (3 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Milford, MA (3 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 17 hours 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...

Hospital Cook - Stoughton, MA

  • Stoughton, MA (22 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stoughton, MA (22 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Salary: $840 / Week Amergis Healthcare Staffing is partnered with a much-respectedfacility in Stoughton, MA who is currently seeking a Hospital Cook to assistthem on a contractual basis. Details...

Food Service Worker - Northborough/Southborough School Nutrition

  • Northborough, MA (16 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northborough, MA (16 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

Line Cook - West Auburn Chili's

  • Auburn, MA (16 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Auburn, MA (16 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Lead Cook

  • Milford, MA (3 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Milford, MA (3 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

Third Cook (37.5 hrs. a wk./52 wks. per year)

  • Chestnut Hill, MA (24 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chestnut Hill, MA (24 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago

As assigned, provides routine support in kitchen by performing duties such as, slicing, mixing, grilling, sauteing, roasting, steaming, baking and stewing....

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Woonsocket, RI (7 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (7 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

Food Service Worker - Flexible Schedule

  • Woonsocket, RI (7 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (7 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: MOUNT SAINT CHARLES ACADEMY - 28950001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

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

  • Worcester, MA (19 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA (19 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

Fine Dining Cooks and Servers

  • Glendale, RI (9 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, RI (9 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking motivated culinary professionals for our busy line and front of house. The ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic, disciplined, able to be a team player, solid culinary...

Full and part time breakfast cooks needed

  • Foxborough, MA (16 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Foxborough, MA (16 miles from Mendon, MA)
  • 2 days ago

un Full and part time breakfast cooks needed (Foxboro Ma) The Common's Neighborhood Eatery 20 Central street compensation: 19-23$ employment type: job title: Breakfast cook Experience is the must,...

Demographic Data for Mendon, MA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Mendon, MA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Mendon, 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 Mendon, 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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