Line Cook Jobs in New Bedford, 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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Line Cook

  • Newport, RI (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport, RI (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Set-up and break down work station....

Chef DE Partie @ Castle Hill Inn - Aurelia

  • Newport, RI (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Newport, RI (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 hours ago

Castle Hill Inn is looking for a Chef De Partie to join the team in our fine dining, Aurelia. Residing inside the historic Agassiz Mansion at Castle Hill Inn, The Forbes and Relais & Chateaux...

Hy-Chi Cook

  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Food Service Worker (Full And Part Time)

  • Dartmouth, MA (5 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Dartmouth, MA (5 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

Location: UMASS Dartmouth + We are hiring immediately for a full and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. + Address: 285 Old Westport Rd, North Dartmouth MA 02747 (locations to include Dunkin...

Kitchen- Assistant Manager

  • Mashpee, MA (23 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Mashpee, MA (23 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

floor surface, and contact with sharp objects. 34-66% (F) Frequently Hazardous equipment (mechanical moving parts). 67-100% (C) Continuously Machines, tools, and equipment utilized: Food processor, grill...

Cook, Grill (Full Time)

  • Dartmouth, MA (5 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dartmouth, MA (5 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Location: UMASS Dartmouth + We are hiring immediately for a full time GRILL COOK position. + Address: 285 Old Westport Rd, North Dartmouth MA 02747 Note: online applications accepted only. + Schedule...

Kitchen Assistant

  • Fall River, MA (11 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fall River, MA (11 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Kitchen Assistant 7:00-3:00pm Full Time 40 hours Pay $17.75 People, Incorporated is a human service agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and...

Food Service Worker (Full And Part Time)

  • North Dartmouth, MA (3 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Dartmouth, MA (3 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Location: UMASS Dartmouth We are hiring immediately for a full and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Address : 285 Old Westport Rd, North Dartmouth MA 02747 (locations to include Dunkin...

Cook

  • Falmouth, MA (16 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Falmouth, MA (16 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Role: Cook Pay Rate: 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 (Full Time)

  • Dartmouth, MA (5 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dartmouth, MA (5 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Location: UMASS Dartmouth + We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. + Address: 285 Old Westport Rd, North Dartmouth MA 02747 Note: online applications accepted only. + Schedule:...

Cook, Grill (Full Time)

  • North Dartmouth, MA (3 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Dartmouth, MA (3 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Requirement : 1+ years of grill cook experience required. Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

Cook (Full Time)

  • North Dartmouth, MA (3 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Dartmouth, MA (3 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Location: UMASS Dartmouth We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Address : 285 Old Westport Rd, North Dartmouth MA 02747 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full...

Food Service Worker

  • New Bedford, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 4 days ago

Overview Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more...

Part time server/line cook

  • Fairhaven, MA (3 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairhaven, MA (3 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago

un Part time server/line cook (Fairhaven) Nasketucket Bay Vineyard image 1 of 2 237 New Boston Rd. compensation: $10/hr. plus tips employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Server Please...

Line Cooks

  • Bristol, RI (17 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bristol, RI (17 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Duties include: Preparing and cooking food to order (sauteing, grilling, and fyring). Stocking and setting up kitchen stations, washing and cleaning cooking utensils and equipment....

Demographic Data for New Bedford, MA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in New Bedford, MA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in New Bedford, 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
15.8%
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 New Bedford, 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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