Line Cook Jobs in Hershey, 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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Swing Cook

  • Hershey, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 13 days ago

Must display solid culinary knowledge, understanding of all knife skills, and various cooking techniques....

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 14 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...

Cook

  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 14 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...

Cook - Flexible Schedule

  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 30+ 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...

Cook 2

  • Hershey, PA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 20 hours ago

Post-Employment ServSafe Certification Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Average to above knife skills Ability to follow and troubleshoot recipes/menu items with little or no difficulty Ability to efficiently...

Cook

  • Hershey, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 13 days ago

Ensuring that all food products are stored properly Performing other duties as assigned Qualifications: Must be at least 16 years of age or older Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Average to above knife...

Part-Time Cook I - Hersheys Chocolate World $18!

  • Hershey, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 1 day ago

Job Location: Hershey, PA Pay Rate: $18.00 an hour or more based on your experience Minimum Age: 18 years or older Availability: Requires availability to work nights, weekends, and holiday shifts...

Line Cook

  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: As a line cook at Wegmans, you'll sharpen your culinary skills by preparing menu items for prepackaged meals and hot food bars, helping customers enjoy delicious meals....

Part-Time Cook I - Hershey's Chocolate World $18!

  • Hershey, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 2 days ago

Job Location: Hershey, PA Pay Rate: $18.00 an hour or more based on your experience Minimum Age: 18 years or older Availability: Requires availability to work nights, weekends, and holiday shifts...

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • York, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 3 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...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Mechanicsburg, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mechanicsburg, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 3 days ago

You will work in multiple stations, inclusive of Chip, Shake, Grill, Southwest, and Expo....

Line Cook

  • York, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 3 days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below Combining quality and bold FLAVOR starts with our Line Cooks....

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Enola, PA (19 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Enola, PA (19 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 3 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : East Pennsboro Elementary School - 840 Panther Parkway, Enola, PA 17025 Note: online applications accepted only....

Kitchen Line Cooks

  • Hershey, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 4 days ago

Must be able to work cold side, fryer and grill (timing of items and temping of meat necessary)....

Cook

  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (21 miles from Hershey, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Location: Trillium Place Current Opening: Full-time (8:00 AM-4:30 PM) Position includes weekend and holiday rotation The Cook is responsible for preparing food in a clean environment, following...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Hershey, PA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Hershey, PA 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 Hershey, 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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