Line Cook Jobs in Muskegon, MI

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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MillerKnoll

Cook - Food Service

  • MillerKnoll
  • Spring Lake, MI (11 miles from Muskegon, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • MillerKnoll
  • Spring Lake, MI (11 miles from Muskegon, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Why join us? Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 14 hours ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 14 hours ago

Chartwells K12 We are hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Mona Shores Public Schools - 1121 Seminole Road, Norton Shores, MI 49441. Note: online applications...

Cook

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 3 days ago

This position functions as a lead worker and oversees prisoner workers in the preparation and service of meals for prisoners and staff in a correctional facility using MDOC standardized processes,...

Team Member Pizza Maker Cashier (01276) - 6022 S Harvey

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 15 days ago

Company Description Domino's CSR (Team Member): Are you looking for a fun filled fast paced job with lots of opportunity for growth? We deliver that!!! WE NEED YOU! Domino's needs a motivated,...

Line Cook - Broil/Grill

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 18 days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 18 days ago

As a Broil Cook your responsibilities would include: High volume restaurant experience Understand cooking steak temperatures Meat seasoning, searing, and cooking Meat seasoning, searing, and grilling...

Line Cook

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 21 days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 21 days ago

The line cook duties include: Maintains food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils; Manages sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas; Reads food orders and/or receives verbal...

Line Cook - Norton Shores Chili's

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 30+ days 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...

Cook

  • Coopersville, MI (18 miles from Muskegon, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Coopersville, MI (18 miles from Muskegon, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

What began as an idea between two brothers to open a Mexican restaurant has since grown into one of the largest, privately held Taco Bell franchisees in America. At Border Foods, we work with a...

Restaurant Cook

  • Rothbury, MI (19 miles from Muskegon, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rothbury, MI (19 miles from Muskegon, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details Job Location : Rothbury, MI Position Type : Full-Time/Part-Time Education Level : High School Salary Range : Undisclosed Travel Percentage : None Job Category : Restaurant - Food...

Pizza Hut Cook

  • Fremont, MI (22 miles from Muskegon, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fremont, MI (22 miles from Muskegon, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

Cook Benefits Include: -Weekly Pay -Paid Training -Casual Uniforms -Paid Vacation -Flexible Hours -Employee Meal Benefit -Career Growth -Pizza Hut Perks - Discounts for Verizon, AT&T, Firestone,...

Cook

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Why You Want to Work Here: We offer weekly pay and competitive wages Flexible scheduling Options for medical, dental and vision starting at less than $10/week Life insurance, short-term...

The Oaks - Cook

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 90+ days ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Every day you'll discover new friends you probably wouldn't meet on Instagram and experience an adventure you won't be able to fit in a...

Pizza Maker Team Member Cashier (01258) - 311 N 7th St

  • Grand Haven, MI (16 miles from Muskegon, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Grand Haven, MI (16 miles from Muskegon, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

Company Description Domino's CSR (Team Member): Are you looking for a fun filled fast paced job with lots of opportunity for growth? We deliver that! Domino's needs a motivated, friendly...

Team Member Pizza Maker Cashier (01270) - 1332 E Apple Ave

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 90+ days ago

Company DescriptionWhy Domino's?Health Care option after 30 daysFlexible ScheduleMeal DiscountsExtensive computer training program that we pay you to complete.We have the most advanced online and...

Team member Pizza Maker Cashier (01272) - 3275 Henry St

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 90+ days ago

Company Description Dominos CSR (Team Member): Are you looking for a fun filled fast paced job with lots of opportunity for growth? We deliver that!!! WE NEED YOU! Domino's needs a motivated,...

Demographic Data for Muskegon, MI

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Muskegon, MI

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Muskegon, MI 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 Muskegon, MI
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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