Line Cook Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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There are currently 108 Line Cook jobs in Des Moines, IA hiring this May 2026. These openings are a great way to earn income, gain experience, and work at a location close to you.

If you want to work as a Line Cook, local opportunities make it easy to get started, whether you're experienced or new to the job.

Why Choose a Line Cook Job in Your Area

Working as a Line Cook in Des Moines offers many benefits:

  • Convenient location - work near your home or in your neighborhood
  • Fast hiring process - many employers are hiring now
  • No degree required - learn while you work
  • Flexible scheduling - choose shifts that fit your lifestyle
  • Valuable experience - build skills to grow your career

You can apply to Line Cook positions close to you, whether in restaurants, hotels, or catering services. Some jobs require prior experience, but many are entry-level and provide training.

If you’re looking for Line Cook work in your area, Line Cook jobs close to you, or local Line Cook openings with no experience required, there are real opportunities available.

What Employers Look for in a Line Cook

Every workplace is different, but most employers want someone who:

  • Arrives on time
  • Communicates clearly
  • Works well with others
  • Follows instructions and stays focused
  • Learns quickly on the job

Depending on the business, Line Cook duties may include food preparation, assisting kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness, or managing orders.

How to Apply for Line Cook Jobs Near You in Des Moines, IA

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  1. Browse the 108 Line Cook jobs in your area listed on this page
  2. Choose the ones that match your skills or availability
  3. Click apply - you'll need to create an account, which only takes a minute

These are real local jobs available now. If you’re ready to start, apply today.

Top Paying Line Cook Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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Culinary Instructor

at Classpop!
2323 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, USA|Remote
Range $65.00

Range $65.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Flexible Schedule

Flexible Schedule

Line Cook

at Olive Garden
Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
From $14.25 to $18.00

From $14.25 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Line Cook

at Olive Garden
Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $19.00

From $15.00 to $19.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

discounts

discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Line Cook

at Olive Garden
West Des Moines, IA, USA|
From $15.50 to $19.50

From $15.50 to $19.50

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Line Cook

at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
West Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
From $14.50 to $18.25

From $14.50 to $18.25

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

FREE MEALS during shifts

FREE MEALS during shifts

Flexible work schedules

Flexible work schedules

employee food discounts

employee food discounts

Referral bonuses

Referral bonuses

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

401k Retirement Plan

Line Cook

at PF Changs
West Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $22.00

From $18.00 to $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

competitive pay

competitive pay

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Paid on the job training

Paid on the job training

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

Exclusive team member discounts

Exclusive team member discounts

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Line Cook

at Texas Roadhouse
West Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

weekly pay

weekly pay

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Training and Development

Training and Development

health and wellness package

health and wellness package

Team-oriented environment

Team-oriented environment

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Line Cook

at PF Changs
West Des Moines, IA, USA|
From $18.00 to $22.00

From $18.00 to $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

competitive pay

competitive pay

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Paid on the job training

Paid on the job training

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

Exclusive team member discounts

Exclusive team member discounts

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Line Cook

at Olive Garden
Ankeny, IA, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Line Cook

at Texas Roadhouse
Altoona, IA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

No experience required

No experience required

weekly pay

weekly pay

Competitive wages

Competitive wages

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Team-oriented environment

Team-oriented environment

Training and development programs

Training and development programs

health and wellness package

health and wellness package

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

Line Cook

at Tribute Eatery & Bar
Ankeny, IA, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $22.00

From $15.00 to $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Medical Coverage

Medical Coverage

dental coverage

dental coverage

vision coverage

vision coverage

Guest discounts

Guest discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

employee appreciation party

employee appreciation party

Line Cook

at Olive Garden
Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

Discounts on cellphones

Discounts on cellphones

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Line Cook - Kitchen Staff

at Rook Room LLC
Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Split Shifts

Split Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Staff discounts

Staff discounts

Team game nights

Team game nights

growth potential

growth potential

Fun and inclusive work environment

Fun and inclusive work environment

Line Cook - Part Time

at Chili's
Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $18.75

From $15.00 to $18.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

growth opportunities

growth opportunities

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

great team atmosphere

great team atmosphere

Fast hiring process

Fast hiring process

Line Cook

at Blue Sushi Sake Grill
Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

No experience required

No experience required

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

employee dining discounts

employee dining discounts

Comprehensive training program

Comprehensive training program

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

inclusive work environment

inclusive work environment

Line Cook

at Flagship Restaurant Group
Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
From $15.25 to $19.25

From $15.25 to $19.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

comprehensive training

comprehensive training

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

inclusive work environment

inclusive work environment

Line Cook

at Proudfoot & Bird
Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $22.00

From $18.00 to $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Insurance enrollment

Insurance enrollment

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Holiday pay

hotel discounts

hotel discounts

Travel Discounts

Travel Discounts

Professional Development

Professional Development

promotion opportunities

promotion opportunities

Line Cook

at Aparium Hotel Group
Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
From $15.25 to $19.25

From $15.25 to $19.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Professional Development

meal discounts

meal discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Line Cook

at The National Autograph Collection
Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

401(k)

401(k)

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Professional Development

Professional Development

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

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