Line Cook Jobs in Vandalia, 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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Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • White Pigeon, MI (12 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 12 hours ago
  • White Pigeon, MI (12 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 12 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : White Pigeon Schools - 410 Prairie Avenue, White Pigeon, MI 49099. Note: online applications...

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Constantine, MI (11 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Constantine, MI (11 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Helps prepare foods such as meats, vegetables, baked goods and desserts. Also helps prepare catering orders. Performs cashier duties using the POS system....

Line Cook

  • Goshen, IN (24 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Goshen, IN (24 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 2 days ago

This role will prepare all menu items according to Applebees Recipes, Plate Presentations, and specifications....

Cook - Buffalo Wild Wings

  • Sturgis, MI (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sturgis, MI (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Slicing, dicing, cooking, grilling, and saucing gives you all kinds of opportunities to utilize your skills....

Cook 3 Hospitality University of Notre Dame

  • Notre Dame, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Notre Dame, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Execute advanced culinary techniques, including butchery, sauce-making, and grilling proteins to precise specifications across various stations as needed....

Cook 3 Hospitality

  • Notre Dame, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Notre Dame, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Execute advanced culinary techniques, including butchery, sauce-making, and grilling proteins to precise specifications across various stations as needed....

Cook

  • Mishawaka, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Cedarhurst, a regional healthcare provider and true friend of older adults, seeks a service-minded, career-oriented individual to join our team as a Cook at our Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights...

Cook

  • Three Rivers, MI (13 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Three Rivers, MI (13 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 7 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...

Cook Nutrition Services

  • Niles, MI (19 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Niles, MI (19 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 8 days ago

Essential Functions Performs hot food preparation including frying, baking, broiling, braising and grilling. Prepares soups, cereals, eggs, entrees, vegetables, and other food items as necessary....

Heart of House - Cook

  • Mishawaka, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Slicing, dicing, cooking, grilling, and saucing gives you all kinds of opportunities to utilize your skills....

Line Cook

  • Mishawaka, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Come join the Carrabba's Family as a Line Cook, where you will passionately prepare, portion, and cook food items to our quality specifications....

Line Cook

  • Mishawaka, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 12 days ago

Line Cook Line Cook Range: $13.90-$16.75 Red Robin isn't your typical burger restaurant. We're a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun!...

Cook

  • Mishawaka, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 13 days ago

Become a Cook at Creekside Village Join our culinary team at ASC and play a crucial role in preparing and serving delicious and nutritious meals, while maintaining the highest standards of...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Notre Dame, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Notre Dame, IN (23 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 15 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....

Grill Cook, 2nd Shift, Full-time

  • Three Rivers, MI (13 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Three Rivers, MI (13 miles from Vandalia, MI)
  • 16 days ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Grill Cook, 2nd Shift, Full-time....

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Vandalia, MI

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Vandalia, MI 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 Vandalia, 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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