Kitchen Staff Jobs

The Kitchen Staff are the backbone of the hospitality service industry, responsible for a broad range of duties. They ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen by preparing ingredients, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, assisting in food preparation, and maintaining stock levels of food and supplies. They are also responsible for maintaining high hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen to assure the quality of food served to guests. Additionally, they might be required to handle customer service related issues, such as taking orders, serving food, and addressing customer complaints.

To excel in this role, Kitchen Staff should possess a number of key skills and certifications. They should have a food handler's certificate, signifying they are trained in food safety practices. A good level of physical fitness and endurance is also important as the job involves standing for long hours and handling heavy kitchen equipment. Strong teamwork, time management, and multitasking skills are indispensable to cope with the fast-paced working environment. Prior to becoming a Kitchen Staffer, individuals may have roles like Wait Staff, Dishwasher, or Food Prep Assistant to gain relevant experience in the hospitality industry.

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Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Kitchen Clerk

Our North Babylon Store is actively seeking a PT Kitchen Clerk to assist in the preparation of delicious dishes in the kitchen. You will perform routine kitchen tasks such as setting up...

The Fireplace Inn

Grill Cook

We are looking to hire a prep cook who is willing to learn what we do here in our kitchen and is reliable and hard working. The Fireplace Inn is a family owned business who has been in Old Town...

Lakewood country club

Chef de Cuisine

Position Summary: The Chef de Cuisine will oversee all kitchen operations, ensure the highest quality of food preparation and presentation, and inspire a team of culinary professionals....

line cook

  • Marty's
  • Cranberry Township, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Marty's
  • Cranberry Township, PA
  • 14 hours ago

impeccable Utilize your degree in Culinary Arts to bring creativity to the kitchen Participate in menu planning and contribute new ideas Expertise in pasta, soup making, broiling, knife skills, fryer, sautéing...

The Shore and Country Club

Lead Banquet Cook / Grill Cook

The Shore and Country Club is currently seeking an experienced, full-time Broiler/Grill Cook to join our culinary team. This position requires evening and weekend availability. The Lead...

Executive Chef

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 14 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 14 hours ago

Job Summary The Executive Chef is responsible for supervising and assisting in the preparation of all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Restaurant, Room Service, Employee Cafeteria...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Baker

A little about us..... Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace, where every visit is a journey through the flavors of Italy! As the head destination for Italian groceries and delights, with 11 stores across...

Proprietors Bar & Table

Line Cook

The Proprietors Bar & Table is a seasonal restaurant in Nantucket, MA. We are seeking line cooks for our upcoming season beginning in mid-April 2025. We operate a fast-paced, focused kitchen that...

Tin Tusks

Head Chef

Company: Tin Tusks Taqueria Location: Howell, MI 48843 Work Style: On-site Salary: Potential $50,000.00 per year Do you love making delicious Mexican food? Tin Tusks Taqueria is looking for a Head...

The Farmer's Daughter

Sous Chef

Sous Chef Join our team at The Farmer's Daughter, a farm-to-table restaurant located in North Easton and Sudbury, Massachusetts....

The Farmer's Daughter

Egg Cook

As a Line Cook at our farm-to-table restaurant, you will have the opportunity to work alongside Head Chef and Owner Chandra Gouldrup to create mouthwatering dishes that highlight the best of what our...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Supermarket Sous Chef

Regular use of commercial kitchen equipment and hot food preparation areas....

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Deli Clerk BOH - PT

A little about us...... Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace, where every visit is a journey through the flavors of Italy! As the head destination for Italian groceries and delights, with 11 stores across...

Traditions Hospitality Group

Executive Chef

Join Our Team as an Executive Chef! Are you a culinary professional looking to take your career to the next level? Traditions Hospitality Group is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead our...

Zion Mountain Ranch

Sous Chef

What We’re Looking For Located right outside Zion National Park, we are looking for a Sous Chef to bring culinary excellence to our Farm to Table restaurant....

Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
This seminar is designed to be an experimental and hands-on approach to applied chemistry (as seen in cooking). Cooking may be the oldest and most widespread application of chemistry and recipes...
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Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS
The health and wellbeing of NHS staff is essential to the quality of care provided to patients, service users and communities. The Covid-19 pandemic placed unprecedented pressures on the health...
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On Staff: Combat Staff Masterclass
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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.
Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.

Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.6%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.6%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs
None
41.7%
Less than 1 year
37.0%
1-2 years
14.4%
4-6 years
4.4%
6-8 years
2.6%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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