Kitchen Staff Jobs in Alaska

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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Cook I - Line Cook (Denali Cabins)

  • Denali Park, AK
  • 4 days ago
  • Denali Park, AK
  • 4 days ago

As Cook I, you will prepare menu items for dining room service while working efficiently with standardized recipes and presentations....

Cook II - Lead Cook (Denali Cabins)

  • Denali Park, AK
  • 4 days ago
  • Denali Park, AK
  • 4 days ago

As the Cook II, you will prepare menu items for dining room service while working efficiently with standardized recipes and presentations....

Lead Production/Banquet Sous Chef (Talkeetna)

  • Talkeetna, AK
  • 5 days ago
  • Talkeetna, AK
  • 5 days ago

As the Production Lead, you will oversee, instruct and participate in the preparation of menu items for dining room service....

Cook II - Lead Cook (Windsong Lodge)

  • Seward, AK
  • 28 days ago
  • Seward, AK
  • 28 days ago

As the Line Cook, you will prepare menu items using standardized recipes and presentations for dining room service....

Simon & Seaforts Line Cook, Prep Cook, Dishwasher

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 1 day ago

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Line Cook

  • Palmer, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Palmer, AK
  • 1 day ago

## Job description [] **Job Overview** We are seeking a skilled Line Cook to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in the restaurant industry and a passion for culinary...

Food Service Worker (Part-time - $19.50/hour) LKSD - Kongiganak, AK

  • Kongiganak, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Kongiganak, AK
  • 1 day ago

Located in a K-12 school, the Food Service Worker position performs a variety of cleaning, maintenance, food preparation, stocking, and serving duties in a commercial kitchen, storeroom, dining, or...

Cook/Fryer

  • Kenai, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenai, AK
  • 1 day ago

Frying donuts, weighing fritters, mixing dough, making fillings, filter and clean fryer oil, clean kitchen, and wash dishes in automatic dishwasher. Saturday and Sunday 1:30am -7am

Cook

  • Kodiak, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Kodiak, AK
  • 1 day ago

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Minimum:Experience in methods and procedures relating to food preparation, presentation, reading andfollowing recipes.Experience following oral and written instructions and performing...

Food Service Worker LKSD K-12 Bethel, AK - Part-Time

  • Bethel, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethel, AK
  • 1 day ago

Located in a K-12 school, the Food Service Worker position performs a variety of cleaning, maintenance, food preparation, stocking, and serving duties in a commercial kitchen, storeroom, dining, or...

Food Service Worker (Part-time - $19.50/HR) LKSD - Chefornak, AK

  • Chefornak, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Chefornak, AK
  • 1 day ago

Located in a K-12 school, the Food Service Worker position performs a variety of cleaning, maintenance, food preparation, stocking, and serving duties in a commercial kitchen, storeroom, dining, or...

Cook, Ketchikan Pioneer Home ($20/HR & Benefits - Ketchikan, AK)

  • Ketchikan, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Ketchikan, AK
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The Cook position is responsible for the preparation, production, and presentation of a variety of foods, completion of production sheets and with other associated food service...

1.0 FTE Kitchen Aide

  • AK
  • 2 days ago
  • AK
  • 2 days ago

Daily A1 Knowledge: Basic food service safety and sanitation, National School Lunch Program regulations preferred, basic food preparation....

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 2 days ago

Location: University of AK We are hiring immediately for full time and part time COOK positions. Address: University of AK Fairbanks Admin - 1731 South Chandalar, Fairbanks, AK 99775. Note: online...

Line Cook

  • Homer, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Homer, AK
  • 2 days ago

s: This position supports the Executive Chef and Sous Chef in both operational and supervisory functions. Such duties must be carried out in a professional, even-tempered manner, with flexibility...

Demographic Data for Alaska

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Alaska

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 Alaska offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.4%
Bachelor's Degree
15.7%
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 in Alaska
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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