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

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 2 hours ago

Now Hiring: Line Cook | $25$30/hr Full-Time | Part-Time | Seasonal Hours: 4060 per week Were a busy, well-loved local restaurant known for great food and a great teamand were looking for a skilled...

Baker

  • Dutch Harbor, AK
  • 3 hours ago
  • Dutch Harbor, AK
  • 3 hours ago

A Day in the Life: As a Baker, no one day is ever the same. To truly be successful in the position, you will be passionate about baking breads, cookies, and pastries, as well as producing fancy...

Dishwasher

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 8 hours ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 8 hours ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! Dishwasher This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience...

Dishwasher

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 19 hours ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 19 hours ago

Now Hiring: Dishwasher / Kitchen Helper Pho Dimond 135 W Dimond Blvd #106, Anchorage, AK 99515 Were looking for a reliable and hardworking Dishwasher to join our kitchen team. This is an important...

Cook - Fairbanks Airport

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 1 day ago

ingredients, washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables Stocks, dates, rotates, and checks temperature of product Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment: Requires food...

Kodiak Alaska Wilderness Lodge Cook

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

Kodiak Alaska Wilderness Lodge Cook Kodiak Raspberry Island Remote Lodge raspberryisland Willing to move? This employer is looking for you. KITCHEN SEASONAL 13-19.5/HR + TIPS KODIAK Solo cook...

Utility Worker II (Thousand Hour)

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

This position participates in Borough landfill and transfer site operations. Work is performed and duties are carried out in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Borough core...

Food Service Assistant

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Prepares and sells food and drinks to customers. Pulls and stocks supplies and ingredients, cleans kitchen area and eating area. Provides prompt and courteous member service. For...

Cook - Seasonal

  • Seward, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Seward, AK
  • 2 days ago

At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are an excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the...

Food Service Worker (Kitchen Helper): North Slope

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago

**JOB SUMMARY** Under the supervision of the Head Cook, the employee is responsible for preparing food as instructed, washing pots, pans and dishes, stocking, cleaning, assisting staff in kitchen...

Chef de Cuisine (Seasonal April - September)

  • Ketchikan, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Ketchikan, AK
  • 2 days ago

Compensation Type Yearly Highgate Hotels Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant...

Prep Cook Full-Time Employment

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time PREP COOK positions. Location: Anchorage Municipality - 201 Post Road, Anchorage, AK 99501. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full time...

Wegmans Gourmet Line Cook

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago

Schedule: Full time Availability: Morning, Afternoon, Evening (Includes Weekends). Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older Location: Pittsford, NY Address: 3220 Monroe Ave Pay: $17.50 -...

Food Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time PREP COOK positions. Location: Anchorage Municipality - 201 Post Road, Anchorage, AK 99501. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full time...

Entry-Level Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time PREP COOK positions. Location: Anchorage Municipality - 201 Post Road, Anchorage, AK 99501. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full time...

Demographic Data for Alaska

Moving to Alaska? Find some basic demographic data about Alaska below.


Local
National
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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...
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...
Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Vaccine Trained Staff)
This two-week course will help you gain an understanding of why vaccines can help protect the health of those living or working in prisons and those around them. Whats more, youll develop the...

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
45.5%
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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