Line Cook Jobs in Somersworth, 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.

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Full Time Cook

  • Dover, NH (4 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dover, NH (4 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 60+ days ago

Full Time Cook $500** Sign on Bonus RiverWoods in Durham is currently hiring for experienced Line Cook (what we call Level 2) to join our Dining team!...

Country Pride Cook

  • Greenland, NH (15 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Greenland, NH (15 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 4 hours ago

Prepare all products to the specifications requested by guests and follow plate presentation guides Complete prep, freezer pull and temperature checklist sheets Practice safe food handling and storage...

Cook -Camp Fatima

  • Gilmanton Iron Works, NH (24 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Gilmanton Iron Works, NH (24 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 4 hours ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Service daily line to ensure compliance with portioning, plate presentation and quality guidelines....

Industrial Kitchen Assistant

  • York, ME (12 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 13 hours ago
  • York, ME (12 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 13 hours ago

at Manpower Group in York, Maine, United States Job Description Industrial Kitchen Assistants in York, Maine Pay: $20 per hour Schedule: M-F 4:30a start time Assignment Length: Temp-to-hire Do you...

Dominos Customer Service Rep / Pizza Maker - (Durham) - Starting at $14 per hour (3210)

  • Barrington, NH (8 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Barrington, NH (8 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 1 day ago

All Domino's Pizza Jobs Domino's Customer Service Rep/Pizza Maker - (Durham) - Starting at $14 per hour (3210) - Full Time Domino's Pizza - Barrington, NH Posted on 04/28/25 (Ref: NHOvOKI6Ws) Our...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Rochester, NH (5 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rochester, NH (5 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 2 days ago

Unidine Unidine is hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location: Frisbie Memorial Hospital - 11 Whitehall Road, Rochester, NH 03867 Schedule: Part time schedule. Days...

Food Service Lead Cook- Farmington School Nutrition

  • Farmington, NH (12 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Farmington, NH (12 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 2 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Service daily hot lunch line to ensure compliance with portioning, plate presentation and quality guidelines....

Line Cook

  • Ogunquit, ME (13 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ogunquit, ME (13 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 2 days ago

at Linda Bean's Perfect Maine Hospitality, LLC in Ogunquit, Maine, United States Job Description

MWR Food Service Worker

  • Kittery, ME (12 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kittery, ME (12 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 3 days ago

at Commander, Navy Installations in Kittery, Maine, United States Job Description Summary This position is located at the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation operation at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard,...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Rochester, NH (6 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NH (6 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 3 days ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Frisbie Memorial Hospital - 11 Whitehall Road, Rochester, NH 03867 Schedule : Part time schedule. Days and...

Cook

  • Sanford, ME (12 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sanford, ME (12 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 4 days ago

Cook at York County Community Action Corporation in Sanford, Maine, United States Job Description York County Community Action Corp. YCCAC is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to alleviate...

Part time line cooks

  • Wells, ME (13 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wells, ME (13 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 7 days ago

cook PT Merriland Farm Cafe in Wells is looking for a few part time line cooks to work through our busy season....

Food Service Worker

  • Exeter, NH (20 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Exeter, NH (20 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 7 days ago

Eligible for $500 Sign-on Bonus Pay Rate: $20.50/hr plus shift differential for weekends and nights Position Purpose Responsible for the coordination of food and supplies necessary for meal...

Cook I

  • Portsmouth, NH (13 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (13 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 15 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station Attends work and shows for...

Lead Food Service Worker - Rye, New Hampshire School Nutrition

  • Rye, NH (17 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 16 days ago
  • Rye, NH (17 miles from Somersworth, NH)
  • 16 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Service daily hot lunch line to ensure compliance with portioning, plate presentation and quality guidelines....

Demographic Data for Somersworth, NH

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Somersworth, NH

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Somersworth, NH offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
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 Somersworth, 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%


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