Line Cook Jobs in Boston, MA
DishwasherHero+ connects line cooks in Boston with restaurant, hotel, and catering shifts — as a W-2 employee with weekly pay, workers' compensation, and full employment protections. Rates: $19–$25/hr. Serving the Seaport, Back Bay, the North End, Cambridge. Boston's university and hotel kitchens keep BOH demand steady through the academic year.
What Line Cooks Do
Cook and plate dishes to order at a station in a busy commercial kitchen. Execute recipes consistently during high-volume service.
- Cook and plate dishes to order at your assigned station
- Maintain station cleanliness and mise en place throughout service
- Follow recipes and plating standards consistently
- Communicate with the expo and other line cooks during service
- Assist with prep work before and after service
Why Work Line Cook Shifts Through DishwasherHero+?
W-2 Employment
Massachusetts wage and hour law compliance. Taxes withheld, workers' comp included — not 1099.
Weekly Pay
$19–$25/hr, deposited directly to your account every week.
Flexible Shifts
Browse available line cook shifts in the Seaport and beyond — work when you want.
Multiple Venues in Boston
Work across restaurants, hotels, and catering companies in the Seaport, Back Bay, the North End, Cambridge.
Line Cook Shifts by Neighborhood in Boston
Jump to line cook shifts in your area of Boston. Select a neighborhood to filter the shift preview below — or view all shifts across the Seaport, Back Bay, the North End, Cambridge.
the Seaport
Line Cook shifts in the Seaport — $19–$25/hr, weekly pay.
Back Bay
Line Cook shifts in Back Bay — $19–$25/hr, weekly pay.
the North End
Line Cook shifts in the North End — $19–$25/hr, weekly pay.
Cambridge
Line Cook shifts in Cambridge — $19–$25/hr, weekly pay.
Line Cook Jobs in Boston — FAQs
Are line cook jobs in Boston W-2 or 1099?
All line cook positions through DishwasherHero+ in Boston are W-2 employment. That means payroll taxes are withheld, workers' compensation is covered, and you have full employment protections under Massachusetts wage and hour law compliance.
How much do line cooks make in Boston?
Line Cooks through DishwasherHero+ in Boston earn $19–$25 per hour as W-2 employees. Pay is deposited weekly directly to your account.
What neighborhoods in Boston can I work in?
DishwasherHero+ covers the Seaport, Back Bay, the North End, Cambridge and the broader Boston area. Available shifts depend on restaurant demand — you can browse shifts in your preferred area and accept the ones that fit your schedule.
Do I need experience to get line cook jobs in Boston?
Minimum 1 year commercial kitchen experience required. Once you're approved, you can browse available line cook shifts in Boston and start working within days.
How do I apply for line cook jobs in Boston?
Sign up in under 5 minutes at dishwasherhero.com, complete a quick background check, and start browsing available line cook shifts in Boston. No resume or interview required.
How does scheduling work for line cook shifts in Boston?
You choose the shifts you want. Open line cook shifts across the Seaport, Back Bay, the North End and the rest of Boston are posted with the venue, start time, and hours before you accept. There is no minimum weekly commitment, and you can work as little or as often as your schedule allows.
When do line cooks get paid in Boston?
Pay is issued weekly by direct deposit for every confirmed line cook shift worked in Boston, with taxes withheld as a W-2 employee. Rates run $19–$25 per hour depending on venue and shift.
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