Kitchen Staff Jobs in Arkansas

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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Full-Time Cook

  • Cura-Hospitality
  • Warren, AR
  • 20 days ago
  • Warren, AR
  • 20 days ago

The Role at a glance: We are looking to add an experienced Full-Time Cook to work with a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff in our Warren, AR location....

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Restaurant Crewmember - Morning & Lunch Shift

  • Raising Cane's
  • Bentonville, AR
  • 16 days ago
  • Bentonville, AR
  • 16 days ago

Starting hiring pay: $ 12.50 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Canes will wear many hats (including a Raising Canes hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant...

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Kitchen Team Member

  • Love's Travel Stops
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 2 hours ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 2 hours ago

Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100% Match up to 5% * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance after 30...

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Fry House Entry Level Cook, Southland Casino

  • Delaware North Companies
  • West Memphis, AR
  • 6 hours ago
  • West Memphis, AR
  • 6 hours ago

As a Cook, you will partake in important food preparation for guest orders and communicate with serving team members....

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Dishwasher (Part Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 6 hours ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 6 hours ago

Requirement: 1 year of previous dishwashing experience required. Perks: No late nights! Fixed Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself....

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Food Service Utility (Full Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Springdale, AR
  • 6 hours ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 6 hours ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE UTILITY position. Location: CHS North West Medical Center Springdale - 609 West Maple Avenue, Springdale, AR 72764. Note:...

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Dishwasher (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Springdale, AR
  • 20 hours ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 20 hours ago

Requirement : Prior dishwashing experience preferred. Perks: Willing to train! Fixed Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour. Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself....

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Dishwasher (Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 20 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 20 hours ago

Requirement : 1 year of previous dishwashing experience required. Perks: No late nights! Fixed Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself....

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Dishwasher

  • Longhorn Steakhouse
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

WE ARE LONGHORN. Legendary food and service begins with legendary people. We believe in earning the loyalty of our Team Members with our strong, diverse culture, well-done benefits and growth...

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Kitchen Team Member

  • Chick-fil-A
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

At Chick-fil-A, the Back-of-House Team Member role is more than just a job; it's an opportunity. In addition to working directly for an independent Owner/Operator, Back-of-House Team Members gain...

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Kitchen Steward

  • Atrium Hospitality
  • Rogers, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Rogers, AR
  • 1 day ago

Hotel : Rogers Embassy Suites 3303 Pinnacle Hills Pkwy Rogers, AR 72758 Full time Compensation Range : $14.50-$15.23 Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including experience,...

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Food Service Utility (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Springdale, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE UTILITY position. Location : CHS North West Medical Center Springdale - 609 West Maple Avenue, Springdale, AR 72764. Note: online...

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Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Pulaski County Special School District - 925 East Dixon Road, Little Rock, AR 72206. Note: online...

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Deli Clerk

  • Albertsons
  • Texarkana, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Texarkana, AR
  • 2 days ago

Click here to see - A Day in the Life - Deli Clerk A Day in the Life: As a Deli Clerk, no one day is ever the same. You are someone who prides themselves on exceptional customer service and their...

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Dishwasher - (1st Shift) #2 - Corporate Springdale AR

  • Tyson Foods
  • Springdale, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 2 days ago

Team member in this position may also participate in low skill/light food preparation duties, and perform other duties, as assigned....

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Demographic Data for Arkansas

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


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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Arkansas

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 Arkansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Some High School
3.7%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Arkansas
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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