Line Cook Jobs in Ephrata, PA

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

  • Wernersville, PA (12 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Wernersville, PA (12 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 26 days ago

Full-Time Cook Job Reference Number: 30476 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Healthcare Brand: Cura-Hospitality State: Pennsylvania (US-PA) Why work for Cura Hospitality? No Late-Night...

Line Cook

  • Morgantown, PA (14 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Morgantown, PA (14 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 3 hours ago

WERE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. Were always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, youll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

Retail Food Service Worker

  • West Reading, PA (15 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Reading, PA (15 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary The Food Service Worker Retail is responsible for retail operational duties: light food and beverage preparation, maintaining and stocking food and accessories, cleaning and sanitizing...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Reading, PA (17 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Reading, PA (17 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Eurest We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. Location: Penske - 100 Gundy Drive, Reading, PA 19607. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full time schedules. Monday...

Food Service Worker - Cook

  • Landisville, PA (14 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Landisville, PA (14 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Food Service Worker - Cook JobID: 2535 Position Type: Food Service Date Posted: 5/29/2025 Location: Hempfield High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Food Services Worker - Cook...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Reading, PA (13 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Reading, PA (13 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 7 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. Location : Penske - 100 Gundy Drive, Reading, PA 19607. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time schedules. Monday...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Elizabethtown, PA (23 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA (23 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 7 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Nordstrom - 30 Distribution Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

General Food Service Worker

  • Landisville, PA (14 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Landisville, PA (14 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 9 days ago

General Food Service Worker JobID: 2537 Position Type: Food Service/Food Service Worker Date Posted: 6/4/2025 Location: District Wide   Additional Information: Show/Hide General Food...

Substitute Food Service Worker

  • Landisville, PA (14 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Landisville, PA (14 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Substitute Food Service Worker JobID: 2550 Position Type: Substitute - Daily Substitutes Date Posted: 6/4/2025 Location: District Wide   Additional Information: Show/Hide Substitute Food...

Lead Food Service Worker

  • Landisville, PA (14 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Landisville, PA (14 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Lead Food Service Worker JobID: 2538 Position Type: Food Service/Food Service Worker Date Posted: 6/4/2025 Location: District Wide   Additional Information: Show/Hide Lead Food Service...

Kitchen staff

  • Lancaster, PA (10 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (10 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Join our dedicated Food & Nutrition Services team in Lancaster! We are seeking a passionate and reliable Cook to help prepare nutritious, high-quality meals for patients, staff, and visitors in a...

Cook - Good Samaritan Hospital - Day/Evening

  • Cornwall Borough, PA (16 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cornwall Borough, PA (16 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Schedule Full Time: 80 Hours/Biweekly Hours: 9:30am - 6:00pm and 10:30am - 7:00pm Every Other Weekend and Holiday Rotation, Required General Summary Performs a variety of tasks to assist in the...

Cook 2

  • Millersville, PA (17 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Millersville, PA (17 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Assignments also include grilling, baking, steaming, sauteing, and frying....

Cook 2 Millersville University of Pennsylvania

  • Millersville, PA (17 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Millersville, PA (17 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Job Summary/Basic Function: About the job: The Cook 2 will be a lead worker in the performance of specialized cooking tasks in an institutional food service operation. This position is responsible...

Line Cook - Wyomissing Chili's

  • Wyomissing, PA (15 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Wyomissing, PA (15 miles from Ephrata, PA)
  • 13 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...

Demographic Data for Ephrata, PA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Ephrata, PA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Ephrata, PA 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 Ephrata, PA
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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