Kitchen Staff Jobs in Auburn, AL

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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Food Service Worker

  • Central Alabama VA Medical Center-Montgomery
  • Tuskegee, AL (17 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Tuskegee, AL (17 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 2 hours ago

Work involving actual food preparation is accomplished under the guidance of a cook who provides technical instruction and checks work in progress and upon completion for conformance with acceptable...

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Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Sodexo
  • Tuskegee Institute, AL (15 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tuskegee Institute, AL (15 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY - 69953004 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings - varying days, and rotating weekends. More details will be provided during the interview...

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Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Sodexo S A
  • Tuskegee, AL (17 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tuskegee, AL (17 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 4 days ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY - 69953004 Workdays/shifts: Afternoon/evenings - varying days, and rotating weekends. More details will be provided during the interview...

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Utility Worker, Tableting

  • Pharmavite
  • Opelika, AL (9 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Opelika, AL (9 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 5 days ago

HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE. Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll...

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92G Food Service Specialist

  • Army National Guard
  • Auburn, AL
  • 10 days ago
  • Auburn, AL
  • 10 days ago

It takes energy to keep the Army National Guard marching on, and that's where you take the lead. As a Food Service Specialist for the Guard, it's your duty to provide the sustenance your fellow...

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Crew Member - 4103

  • Five Guys
  • Opelika, AL (9 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Opelika, AL (9 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 13 days ago

The pay for this position starts at $13.00/hour - $16.00/hour +Tips +Bonus \n Five Guys Burgers and Fries is interviewing for crew members. Ranked #1 burger in America not only for our delicious...

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Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Panera Bread Co
  • Auburn, AL
  • 14 days ago
  • Auburn, AL
  • 14 days ago

At Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the way-you're in the right spot....

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Utility Worker

  • Sodexo
  • Tuskegee Institute, AL (15 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Tuskegee Institute, AL (15 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 18 days ago

Responsibilities include: Washes dishes by hand or places them in a dishwashing machine. Clean and sanitize worktables, walls, refrigerators and meat blocks....

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Dishwasher

  • Bloomin' Brands, Inc.
  • Opelika, AL (9 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Opelika, AL (9 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 19 days ago

Text "HIREME" to 30437 to apply now! By texting HIREME to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Outback Steakhouse. Text HELP for help or .... Msg&data...

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Food Service Workers

  • Surge Staffing
  • Smiths Station, AL (22 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Smiths Station, AL (22 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 19 days ago

JOB DETAILSMonday - Friday2:00pm - 10:00pmWeekly competitive payQuick cash with direct depositUnlimited $400 referral bonusesEmployee incentives and benefitsEmployee of the Month programsWork with...

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Salad and Sandwich Maker - 4:30 AM Start

  • Panera Bread
  • Auburn, AL
  • 29 days ago
  • Auburn, AL
  • 29 days ago

At Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the wayyou're in the right spot....

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Banquets Sous Chef

  • PCH Hotels & Resorts
  • Opelika, AL (9 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL (9 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Banquets Sous Chef Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National; Opelika, AL If you’re a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-quality environment—this is your...

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Food Preparation Workers

  • Surge Staffing
  • Opelika, AL (9 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL (9 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

JOB DETAILSFirst shift, Sunday - Saturday5:30 am - finishWeekly competitive payQuick cash with direct depositUnlimited $400 referral bonusesEmployee incentives and benefitsEmployee of the Month...

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Food Service Worker

  • Alabama Department of Education
  • Tuskegee, AL (17 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tuskegee, AL (17 miles from Auburn, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, and cutting fruits and vegetables Portion and serve food items according to standardized recipes and portion sizes Set up serving lines, salad bars, and...

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Deli/Food Service Associate Seasonal

  • Buc-ee's
  • Auburn, AL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Auburn, AL
  • 60+ days ago

Overview $21.00 per hour Deli/Food Service Seasonal We are looking for passionate Seasonal Deli/Food Service employees who love working with food and taking care of our customers needs. If you...

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Demographic Data for Auburn, AL

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Emerging Technologies in a Professional Kitchen
Emerging technologies, from AI to Cloud technology, have the potential to revolutionise professional kitchen operations. On this two-week course, youll discover new technologies being used in...
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...
Food Safety and Personal Hygiene in a Professional Kitchen
Hygiene is so important in food preparation. If caterers, chefs and wait staff are not adequately trained they can present huge health risks to the community. On this course from the International...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Auburn, AL

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 in Auburn, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Some High School
3.7%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Auburn, AL
None
41.7%
Less than 1 year
37.0%
1-2 years
14.4%
4-6 years
4.4%
6-8 years
2.6%


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