Line Cook Jobs in Lancaster, 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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Cook

  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 6 hours 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...

Food Service Worker 1 - 12 month - (Catering)

  • Millersville, PA (7 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Millersville, PA (7 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Complete all basic cooking techniques such as steaming, baking, boiling, deep fat frying, grilling, mixing, and other similar cooking techniques that would arise in a normal commercial kitchen....

Food Service Worker: Lancaster, Pa. (Full-Time, Variable Hours)

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 3 days ago

Food Service Worker: Lancaster, Pa. (Full-Time, Variable Hours) Job ID: 262891 Category: Environmental/Linen Services Work Type: FT Location: Lancaster, PA, United States Description Penn Medicine...

Cook - Chef

  • Palmyra, PA (20 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palmyra, PA (20 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 days ago

SAME DAY PAY available! If you would like to work in a positive environment and use your culinary talents and experience to make a difference in the lives of seniors, we'd like to hear from you!...

Bistro Cook/Server Hershey Courtyard Chocolate Ave

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

ABOUT THE TEAM**Shaner Hotels has an amazing opportunity at our 120 room Courtyard by Marriott Hershey Chocolate Avenue! This property is just steps away from the Giant Center, Hershey Park,...

Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 6 days ago

Location Name: PENN STATE HEALTH LANCASTER MEDICAL CENTER - 31990001 Location ID: 31990001 Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: PENN STATE HEALTH LANCASTER MEDICAL CENTER - 31990001...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Shillington, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Shillington, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Role: Food Service Worker Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and serving meals for...

Line Cook

  • Quarryville, PA (17 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Quarryville, PA (17 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Line Cook Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community is currently seeking customer service focused individuals to join our Supportive Living Dining Services Team as a Line Cook!...

Food Service Worker (Seasonal)

  • Newmanstown, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newmanstown, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 7 days ago

We are hiring immediately for seasonal FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : BSA Mack Dining - 2 Scout Lane, Newmanstown, PA 17073 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Seasonal...

Food Service Worker

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 8 days ago

Location: 2000 Crossings Blvd Lancaster, PA 17601 Availability Requirement for this role: Morning and/or evenings (includes weekends).Shifts end as late as 8:30pm Age Requirement: Must be 18 years...

Full-time Swing Cook

  • Willow Street, PA (8 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Willow Street, PA (8 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Cook, Seawall Cafe

  • Elizabethtown, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Posting Details Position Information Security Sensitive Statement Positions are security sensitive and subject to Texas education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal...

Cook Part Time (Hourly)

  • Elizabethtown, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Posting Details Position Information Security Sensitive Statement Positions are security sensitive and subject to Texas education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal...

Grill Cook

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 10 days ago

Team Member | Cook | Prep Cook | Grill Cook | Prep Crew | Line Cook | Customer Service | Restaurant | Part Time | Full Time | Team Member...

Pizza Maker/Line Cook

  • Lebanon, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lebanon, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 14 days ago

un Pizza Maker/Line Cook compensation: Hourly compensation will be based on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Line Cook/Pizza Cook Looking for an experienced person...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Lancaster, PA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Lancaster, PA 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 Lancaster, 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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