Kitchen Staff Jobs in Fountain Hills, AZ

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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Sous Chef

  • Scottsdale, AZ (10 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (10 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 10 hours ago

Overview Benefits : Extensive and well-rounded training program Continued career development and growth opportunities Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels Multiple...

Wally's American Pub And Grill Phoenix $19+ Cook

  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 10 hours ago

Serving lunch and dinner daily, Wally's features a from-scratch menu of classic American cuisine, friendly service where friends and families join together....

Baker

  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 10 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

  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 13 hours ago

Assist kitchen staff with basic prep work as needed. Qualifications Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check....

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time

  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 13 hours ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

Junior Sous Chef (McArthur's) - Arizona Biltmore

  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 16 hours ago

from farm to table in a menu of comforting delight....

Restaurant Dishwasher - Immediate Hire

  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 18 hours ago

Responsibilities: Operate dishwashing machines to clean dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans. Ensure proper handling and storage of all kitchenware and equipment....

Cook - Evening & Late Night Shift

  • Mesa, AZ (12 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Mesa, AZ (12 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 19 hours ago

Starting hiring pay at: $15.5 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising...

Kitchen Cook I

  • Paradise Valley, AZ (13 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Paradise Valley, AZ (13 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 21 hours ago

Ensure all food preparation supplies are properly received, handled and stored....

Crew Member

  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 21 hours ago

McDonald's provides reasonable accommodations as determined on a case-by-case- basis for qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities upon request. If you need assistance accessing or...

Dishwasher

  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 21 hours ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Meat Clerk

  • Mesa, AZ (12 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Mesa, AZ (12 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 23 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY: At Cardenas Markets, how we work is defined by shared values that include absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration. However, it's more than that; it's smart and highly...

Norterra BackLot - Dishwasher

  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Clean and sanitize food preparation/production areas as required. Maintain sanitation buckets with proper dilution. Understand and follow proper rules of hygiene and food safety measures....

Norterra BackLot - Line Cook

  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (21 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare items for broiling, grilling, sautéing or other cooking methods based off recipe requirements. Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes....

Cook III (Honey & Vine)

  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Fountain Hills, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Ability to operate a broad range of kitchen equipment including stoves, broilers, deep fryers and other food preparation equipment, and uses hand tools, knives and other related small wares....

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Fountain Hills, AZ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Fountain Hills, AZ 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 Fountain Hills, AZ
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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