Line Cook Jobs in Hanover, NH

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.

1-15 of 40 Jobs

Cook

  • Lebanon, NH (4 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lebanon, NH (4 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 90+ days ago

Role: Cook 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 facility. At HCSG, we are...

Sandwich Artist

  • Hanover, NH
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hanover, NH
  • 1 hour ago

POSITION TITLE: Sandwich Artist REPORTS TO: Management POSITION SUMMARY: The Sandwich Artist greets and serves guests, prepares product, maintains food safety and sanitation standards, and handles...

Cook - 9-Month

  • Hanover, NH
  • 2 days ago
  • Hanover, NH
  • 2 days ago

Summary Prepare a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisor's instructions, follow approved procedures. Job Description Duties and Tasks: Note: The following duties are...

Part Time Kitchen Assistant

  • Enfield, NH (7 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Enfield, NH (7 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 2 days ago

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! With your...

Kitchen Assistant

  • Enfield, NH (7 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Enfield, NH (7 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 2 days ago

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! With your...

First Cook

  • Hanover, NH
  • 2 days ago
  • Hanover, NH
  • 2 days ago

Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate temperatures of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles....

Production Kitchen Assistant II

  • Norwich, VT (5 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norwich, VT (5 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 3 days ago

skills, prep work, and cooking We value those who can demonstrate capability and articulate how prior experiences will help them transition into this role Competencies Highly organized, motivated,...

HHR- Cook/Dietary Assistant

  • Windsor, VT (20 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Windsor, VT (20 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 3 days ago

Hours: Part time with the possibility of full-time hours with additional opportunities. Job Summary: The assistant is responsible for all phases of meal preparation and planning.# The job requires...

TUCKER'S LINE COOKS - $20-$24 Per Hour

  • New London, NH (23 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 3 days ago
  • New London, NH (23 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for Full Time Line Cooks! Weekends are a MUST. Starting Pay ranges from $20 - $24 (Line Cooks) per hour based on experience. Come see what we are all about!!...

Dining Services Food Service Worker (9-Month)

  • Hanover, NH
  • 8 days ago
  • Hanover, NH
  • 8 days ago

Prepares, seasons, and cooks meats and vegetables using skill in frying, grilling and sauteing. Prepares, seasons, and cooks starches, vegetables and other side hot food items....

Food Service Worker - Lebanon Middle School Nutrition

  • Lebanon, NH (4 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lebanon, NH (4 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 8 days ago

Position range in Grafton County $24k - $34k Per Year Food Service Worker - Lebanon Middle School Nutrition Whitsons Culinary Group Occupation: Fast Food and Counter Workers Location: Lebanon, NH...

Food Service Worker - Lebanon ES School Nutrition

  • West Lebanon, NH (6 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Lebanon, NH (6 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 8 days ago

School Food Service Worker - Fuel the Future! Start Date: 8/26/2025 Monday-Friday (No Nights or Weekends!) Do you love working with kids and want a job that fits your schedule? Join our school...

Cook - Dresden Hanover HS School Nutrition

  • Hanover, NH
  • 8 days ago
  • Hanover, NH
  • 8 days ago

School Lead Food Service Worker - Fuel the Future! Start date 8/25/2025 Monday-Friday (No Nights or Weekends!) Do you love working with kids and want a job that fits your schedule? Join our school...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Canaan, NH (9 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 8 days ago
  • Canaan, NH (9 miles from Hanover, NH)
  • 8 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Cardigan Mountain School - 62 Alumni Drive, Canaan, NH 03741 Note: online applications accepted...

Cook

  • Hanover, NH
  • 9 days ago
  • Hanover, NH
  • 9 days ago

skills and knowledge of food preparation Able to work all areas of the kitchen Stand in kitchen environment for long periods of time Ready to take control of the way you work?...

Demographic Data for Hanover, NH

Moving to Hanover, NH? Find some basic demographic data about Hanover, NH below.


Local
National
10,926
251
Medium/Sm

Line Cook Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireChefs curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Linux Basics: The Command Line Interface
Learn the Linux Command Line interface and become a skilled user of this powerful operating system. This course will introduce you to Linux, a powerful operating system used by most professional...
Try It: Learn Linux Command Line
If you are looking to get into cybersecurity or IT, learning the Linux command line would be a great starting point. Linux command line powers much of the internets infrastructure, and learning...
Learn to Cook Vegan
Learn to COOK delicious Vegan or Plant Based restaurant style meals effortlessly at home with the help of a specially curated course for you. Alongwith learning the recipes, you will also learn...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Hanover, NH

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Line Cook positions.



Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Hanover, NH offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.1%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.7%
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 Hanover, NH
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%



Line Cook Related Career Advice Articles

Two wooden cooking utensils on either side of a tablet
Resume Writing Tips for Line Cooks

A lot of job seekers think that the best job search strategy is to send out as many resumes as possible, fill out a large number of applications, and hope for the best. This approach will inevitably lead to the creation of a “one-size-fits-all” resume and, more often than not, will be unsuccessful. The reason for this is because your resume must be tailored to the position you’re applying for, so if you’re submitting the same resume to many different positions

Read article »
How to become a chef
How to Become a Chef

Thinking of launching a career as a chef? This guide will tell you everything you need to know – from how long it takes to become a chef to how to get a job as a chef (and more).

Read article »
chef reading a recipe
What Certifications Do I Need to Become a Chef?

Looking to advance your culinary career? Learn how certifications, like those offered by the American Culinary Federation (ACF), can help you achieve your goals.

Read article »