Kitchen Staff Jobs in Yuma, 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.

1-15 of 23 Jobs

Cook

  • Somerton, AZ (12 miles from Yuma, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Somerton, AZ (12 miles from Yuma, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of food preparation. Knowledge of grill, fryer, slicer and other kitchen equipment. Knowledge of cash register preferred....

Cafeteria Baker

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: safety practices and procedures; quantify food preparation and handling; and sanitation practices...

Dishwasher

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 5 days ago

DISHWASHER at Cracker Barrel in Yuma, Arizona, United States Job Description WHY CRACKER BARREL What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like + Care beyond the table - At Cracker...

Yuma, AZ: Cook - Travelodge/Pennys Diner

  • Ypg, AZ (8 miles from Yuma, AZ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ypg, AZ (8 miles from Yuma, AZ)
  • 5 days ago

Full-time and part-time shifts available Job Summary A Cook is responsible for preparing all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Diner, while maintaining the highest standards to...

Grill Cook

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 7 days ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 7 days ago

Location Name: ONVIDA HEALTH - 50037001 Location ID: 50037001 Grill Cook Location: ONVIDA HEALTH - 50037001 Workdays/shifts : Overnights - varying days, and some weekends/holidays. More details...

Restaurant Line Cook

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 8 days ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 8 days ago

Flexible Schedule Full or Part Time Available Daily Access to 50% of earned wages! Health Insurance Available after 60 days for people working over 30 hours per week Fun, Diverse and Inclusive...

Prep Cook / Dishwasher

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 8 days ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 8 days ago

Great First Job Daily Access to 50% of Earned Wages. Part Time and Full Time Available Health Insurance Available after 60 days for those over 30 hours per week. Flexible Schedule Fun, Diverse and...

Banquet Cook

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 9 days ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 9 days ago

Ensure that all food preparation areas are sanitized and follow food safety protocols....

Cook

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 14 days ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 14 days ago

Location Name: ONVIDA HEALTH - 50037001 Location ID: 50037001 Cook Location: ONVIDA HEALTH - 50037001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will...

Crew Member

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 14 days ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 14 days ago

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD** Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the...

Kitchen Team Member

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 26 days ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 26 days ago

Address: 2931 E Gila Ridge Rd Yuma, AZ, 85365 Benefits: Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program Paid Time Off Flexible Scheduling 401(k) - 100% Match up to 5%...

Crew Member

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 30+ days ago

Crew Member: QUALITY BRAND GROUP LLC: If hired, you will be working for Quality Brand Group LLC a franchisee of Dunkin. Quality Brand Group is a multi-store franchisee with a number of Dunkin...

Line Cook - Yuma Chili's

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 30+ days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Restaurant Crewmember

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 30+ days ago

Starting hiring pay: $15.5 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant...

124 - Food City Deli Clerk - 16th St & Avenue B

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 60+ days ago

Position Purpose: Our Clerks will be responsible for executing a wide variety of tasks throughout the store, including working throughout a variety of different departments, and providing a...

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Non-Vaccine Trained Staff)
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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Yuma, AZ

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 Yuma, 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 Yuma, 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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