Kitchen Staff Jobs in Fort Payne, 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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Kitchen/Cook Staff (Early Pay Available!)

  • Summerville, GA (24 miles from Fort Payne, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Summerville, GA (24 miles from Fort Payne, AL)
  • 4 days ago

Learn More About the MRCO Family at MRCO.NET with benefits that include Competitive Pay, Optional Daily Pay, Flexible Scheduling, Paid Vacation Time (All Positions), Free Meal During Shift,...

Meat Clerk Full Time Mornings and Afternoons

  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 5 days ago

Take Care of Our Customers. Grind, Clean the market. Keep all product full neat and rotated on sales floor and cooler and backroom and anything else that comes up during your shift. walking,...

Team Member: Food Champion

  • Crossville, AL (20 miles from Fort Payne, AL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Crossville, AL (20 miles from Fort Payne, AL)
  • 14 days ago

Hiring up to $14 per hour for talented Food Champions! "You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be...

Food Service Associate

  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 18 days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 18 days ago

Essential Job Functions: Ensure efficient and courteous customer service at all times in support of the company mission to Run the Best Store in Town! Maintain a positive attitude; create an...

Crew Member

  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 90+ days ago

Business is Gang Busters! Starting Pay up to $10+ per hour! We TRAIN. Become part of a Quality Company helping to ensure Quality products are served and Quality Service is provided! Better...

Baker

  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 90+ days ago

BAKER FORT PAYNE, AL Essential Job Functions: Ensure efficient and courteous customer service at all times in support of the company mission to Run the Best Store in Town Maintain a positive...

Cook

  • Centre, AL (20 miles from Fort Payne, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Centre, AL (20 miles from Fort Payne, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

preparation tools, wiping counters, sanitizing food preparation areas, cleaning equipment, and emptying used grease pursuant to operational standards Regular attendance ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Report customer...

Cook

  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 90+ days ago

Essential Job Functions: Ensure efficient and courteous customer service at all times in support of the company mission to "Run the Best Store in Town!" Maintain a positive attitude; create an...

Meat Clerk

  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 30+ days ago

United Grocery Outlet Meat Clerk in Fort Payne , Alabama Summary: Receives, stores, and grinds meats in retail establishment by performing the following duties. Promote the general welfare of the...

FN Cook - Food Services - FT - Varied Shifts

  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Experience Food preparation experience in a high volume setting preferred. Supervisory experience strongly preferred....

Hospital Cook

  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen and food preparation areas. Ensure all food is stored and handled safely....

Cook

  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 45+ days ago

Hwy 55 is looking for folks with great hustle and competitive drive to join our cook team. If you have awesome energy and thrive in a fast-paced environment, you may be a good fit for us! Flexible...

Part Time Deli Clerk 10am to 7pm

  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 45+ days ago

Take Care of Our Customers. Wait on all customers slicing meats and cheese preparing plates off the hot bar. Clean, Cook, and anything else that comes up during your shift MUST BE AT LEAST 18...

Restaurant Cook/Assistant Manager

  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL
  • 60+ days ago

The incumbent will be responsible for proper food preparation, handling, and storage....

Dishwasher

  • Fort Payne, AL (8 miles from Fort Payne, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Payne, AL (8 miles from Fort Payne, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like Care beyond the table At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. Its an...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Fort Payne, 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 Fort Payne, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.9%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Fort Payne, 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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