Kitchen Staff Jobs in Arizona

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

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 10 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 10 days ago

Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Help manage inventory and assist in ordering supplies as needed....

Baker

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 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...

Seasonal - Cook I - Westin Tempe

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 6 hours ago

The Westin Tempe 11 East Seventh Street Tempe, AZ 85281 290 Room Hotel Managed By Crescent Hotels & Resorts Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Seasonal, Full-Time...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 10 hours ago

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member Chuck E Cheese 401(k) United States, Arizona, Yuma 1348 Yuma Palms Parkway (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around...

Line Cook -Temple Bar - JR01363-6110

  • Willow Beach, AZ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Willow Beach, AZ
  • 10 hours ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Amount:14.70 USD HourlyJob Summary:The line cook will work with the kitchen staff in the daily production,preparation, and presentation of all...

Senior Cook

  • Sun City, AZ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Sun City, AZ
  • 10 hours ago

Provides leadership and knowledge in cooking and food preparation skills to other members of the kitchen staff. Has primarily inter-department responsibility....

Cook

  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 10 hours ago

THE COMPANY Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are...

Kitchen Team Member

  • Kingman, AZ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Kingman, AZ
  • 11 hours ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: to Loves!**As a Deli Host, your role goes beyond daily tasks. You will interactwith people from all walks of life, brightening their day...

Food Service Specialist

  • Nogales, AZ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Nogales, AZ
  • 11 hours ago

Food Service Specialist Job Details Job Location Colegio Petite Elementary - Nogales, AZ Position Type Part Time Education Level High School Salary Range $14.00 - $15.50 Hourly Job Shift AM...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 11 hours ago

Chartwells K12 + We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. + Location: American Leadership Academy - 1010 South Higley Road, Gilbert, AZ 85296. Note: online...

Assistant Cook

  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 11 hours ago

Preschool Assistant Cook Responsibilities : Assist with minor meal preparation, organize food and supply storage, manage dishwashing, deliver meals to classrooms, and uphold kitchen organization and...

Food Service Utility (Part Time)

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 11 hours ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE UTILITY position. Location : Arizona State Hospital - 2500 East Van Buren Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008. Note: online...

Cook

  • Prescott, AZ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 11 hours ago

. - Interpersonal skills to collaborate and communicate effectively with staff to ensure timely and efficient food preparation during service. - Set up workstations, maintain a clean and organized kitchen...

Dishwasher/Kitchen Assistant

  • Prescott, AZ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 12 hours ago

Dishwasher/Kitchen Assistant (Prescott/Lynx Lake) Lynx Lake Cafe Lynx Lake Store Road near Walker Rd compensation: $15 hour + tips if helping servers employment type: experience level: entry level...

Dishwasher

  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 12 hours ago

Assist chef with preparing and/or dishing up desserts, garnishing plates, preparing and delivering room service trays, etc....

Demographic Data for Arizona

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Arizona

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 Arizona offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.6%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
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 Arizona
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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