Line Cook Jobs in South Deerfield, 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

  • Leeds, MA (9 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Leeds, MA (9 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 10 hours ago

Cleans ovens, combi oven/steamer, slicer, mixer, steam kettles, grill daily. Receives, rotates and stores perishable and non-perishable items according to service policies....

Food Service Worker

  • Chicopee, MA (21 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicopee, MA (21 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Food Service Worker** **Job Reference Number:** 31828 **Employment Type:** Part-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Education **Brand:** Aladdin-Campus-Dining **State:** Massachusetts (US-MA) **The...

Cook

  • Chicopee, MA (21 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicopee, MA (21 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Quality and portion control + Food preparation + Creative food presentation + Maintaining kitchen + Ensuring food is stored properly + Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes + Grill...

Part Time Cashier/Cook

  • Deerfield, MA (5 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Deerfield, MA (5 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Under supervision, operate commercial kitchen equipment including fryers, espresso machines, grills, ovens, slicers, and soft-serve dispensers....

Food Service Worker - Academic Year

  • Deerfield, MA (5 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Deerfield, MA (5 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Use commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, steamers, kettles, ranges, fryers, mixers and slicers....

Food Service Worker

  • Deerfield, MA (5 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Deerfield, MA (5 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Use commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, steamers, kettles, ranges, fryers, mixers and slicers....

Cook

  • Chicopee, MA (21 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicopee, MA (21 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

be doing: Quality and portion control Food preparation Creative food presentation Maintaining kitchen Ensuring food is stored properly Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes Grill...

Food Service Worker

  • Chicopee, MA (21 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicopee, MA (21 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

The Role at a glance: We are looking to add a motivated food service worker to our Education team in Chicopee. As a food service worker, you will have the opportunity to perform a variety of...

Substitute Kitchen Worker

  • Palmer, MA (24 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palmer, MA (24 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Interpersonal and customer service skills. Must be able to work independently. Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions. Must be able to understand basic math. Duties to include,...

Food Service Worker Part-time

  • Leeds, MA (9 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Leeds, MA (9 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Summary This Food Service Worker position is located within the Nutrition & Food Service at the Edward P. Boland VA Medical Center within VISN 1. This position is part time work at 16 hours a...

Subway Sandwich Artist

  • Chicopee, MA (21 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicopee, MA (21 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Join Our Team as Sandwich Artist/Cashier at Subway! Are you an energetic individual who loves the buzz of a busy crowd? Subway is looking for a vibrant Sandwich Artist/Cashier to bring...

Food Service Worker Part-time

  • Leeds, MA (9 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Leeds, MA (9 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago

This Food Service Worker position is located within the Nutrition & Food Service at the Edward P. Boland VA Medical Center within VISN 1. This position is part time work at 16 hours a week. To...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time)

  • Westfield, MA (22 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Westfield, MA (22 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Requirement : Prior grill cook experience is required. Perks: Free parking, uniform provided, discounted meals, and safety shoes!...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Easthampton, MA (12 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Easthampton, MA (12 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 4 days 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....

Chef de Partie

  • Hadley, MA (7 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hadley, MA (7 miles from South Deerfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago

The Chef de Partie role is an ATL level leadership role in Prepared Foods focused on driving culinary excellence and hospitality experience on the Retail Floor. The CDP is a Retail Floor Venue...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in South Deerfield, MA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in South Deerfield, 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 South Deerfield, 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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