Line Cook Jobs in Saginaw, 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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Chef Willys Cafe Cook

  • Frankenmuth, MI (10 miles from Saginaw, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Frankenmuth, MI (10 miles from Saginaw, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Uses proper cleaning solutions to clean grill and pizza station at the end of their shift. Basic Qualifications:**Must be 18 years of age....

Cook (Part Time)

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 10 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 10 days ago

TouchPoint We are hiring immediately for a part time COOK position. Address: MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw - 800 South Washington Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48601. Note: online applications accepted...

Cook

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 13 days ago

HealthSource Saginaw (HSS) is looking for cooks who are passionate about the work they do and who enjoy working in a fast paced environment. You will be challenged by the dynamic environment,...

Cook

  • Midland, MI (24 miles from Saginaw, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Midland, MI (24 miles from Saginaw, MI)
  • 14 days ago

Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Cook...

Line Cook

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 18 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 18 days ago

As a Line Cook for Texas Roadhouse, you'll make made-from-scratch Legendary Food for our guests to enjoy....

Cook

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 19 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 19 days ago

Position Type: Support Staff/ Food Service Date Posted: 5/27/2025 Location: Saginaw ISD Millet Learning Ctr Closing Date: Open until filled. District:   Saginaw Intermediate School District...

Cook

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 21 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 21 days ago

Cook**Department:** Juvenile Detention**Employment Type:** Temporary/On-call**Starting Salary:** $14.00/hour------------------------------------------------------------------------### **Job...

Line Cook

  • Midland, MI (24 miles from Saginaw, MI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Midland, MI (24 miles from Saginaw, MI)
  • 25 days ago

Req #: 10462046**Position:** Line Cook**Status:** Full Time**Job Category:** Food & BeverageAs a Food and Beverage Line Cook, you will be responsible for a high level of consistent meals according to...

Cook

  • Midland, MI (24 miles from Saginaw, MI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Midland, MI (24 miles from Saginaw, MI)
  • 25 days ago

CookMust have Breakfast Experience.Job will entail grilling, cooking, and frying foods.Presentation - Arrange food for serving.Coordinate timing of food production activities.Clean and inspect galley...

Part Time Cook - Join our Award Winning team!

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 27 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 27 days ago

Join our AWARD WINNING team at Saginaw Senior Care & Rehab! National Quality BONZE Award Winners! Our cooks prepare amazing and nourishing meals for our guests and ensure the highest quality...

Line cook/cashier

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 28 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 28 days ago

Line cook/cashier (Svrc saginaw) El Farolito taqueria 203 south Washington ave compensation: Start at $13.00 hrly start, re- evaluation in 90 days employment type: job title: Line cook cashier Part...

Food Service Worker

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Who We Are: NEXDINE Hospitality's family of brands provides dining, hospitality, fitness center and facility management services to businesses, independent schools, higher education, senior...

Cook-Healthcare

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods....

Food Service Worker - Flexible Hours, Work when you want!

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 30+ days ago

" Hyer is a simple app that connects you to local, immediate, gig work. Similar to Instacart, Instawork, Uber, Lyft and ShiptHyer makes it easy for you to work when and where you want. Posting...

Ratskeller Attendant/Cook

  • Frankenmuth, MI (10 miles from Saginaw, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Frankenmuth, MI (10 miles from Saginaw, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

FRANKENMUTH BAVARIAN INN LODGE is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled**HOURS: **1. **PART TIME** -- Up to 25 hours average work week, may vary in busy and slow seasons, more or less hours...

Demographic Data for Saginaw, MI

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Saginaw, MI

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Saginaw, 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 Saginaw, 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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