Kitchen Staff Jobs in Atascadero, CA

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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Deli Clerk

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Introduction If you'd be excited to work in a professional kitchen preparing and cooking meals, consider applying for the position of Deli Clerk. As one of the fastest growing natural foods...

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Cook, Sr (Full Time)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Location: CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY We are hiring immediately for a COOK, SR (FULL TIME) position. Address: Catering at Cal Poly 1 GRAND AVE. BLDG. 19, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407...

Cook (Full Time)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Location: CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY We are hiring immediately for a COOK (FULL TIME) position. Address: Panda Express at Cal Poly 1 GRAND AVE. BLDG. 19, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Location: CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY We are hiring immediately for a FOOD SERVICE WORKER (FULL TIME) position. Address: Cal Poly 1 GRAND AVE. BLDG. 112, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407...

Dishwasher (Part Time)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Requirement: Prior professional high volume dishwashing experience preferred. Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

Cook (Part Time)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Location: CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY We are hiring immediately for a COOK (PART TIME) position. Address: Brunch at Cal Poly 1 GRAND AVE. BLDG. 112, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407 Note:...

Crew Member

  • Atascadero, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atascadero, CA
  • 2 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...

Cook, Sr (Full Time)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (10 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (10 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Location: CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY We are hiring immediately for a COOK, SR (FULL TIME) position. Address : Catering at Cal Poly 1 GRAND AVE. BLDG. 19, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (10 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (10 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Location: CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY We are hiring immediately for a FOOD SERVICE WORKER (FULL TIME) position. Address : Cal Poly 1 GRAND AVE. BLDG. 112, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407...

Dishwasher (Part Time)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (10 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (10 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Requirement : Prior professional high volume dishwashing experience preferred. Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

Cook (Full Time)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (10 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (10 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Location: CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY We are hiring immediately for a COOK (FULL TIME) position. Address : Cal Poly 1 GRAND AVE. BLDG. 112, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407 Note: online...

Cook (Part Time)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (10 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (10 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Location: CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY We are hiring immediately for a COOK (PART TIME) position. Address : Brunch at Cal Poly 1 GRAND AVE. BLDG. 112, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407 Note:...

COOK I - Part-Time

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Quality Suites San Luis Obispo is currently seeking an experienced, knowledgeable and independent-working Part Time BBQ Cook to maintain the property up to brand standards and Owner expectations....

Line Cook / Cocinero-preparador

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (14 miles from Atascadero, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Experienced Line Cook for Cafe Roma Italian Cuisine Location: Cafe Roma, San Luis Obispo. Job Type: Full-Time or Part Time. Cafe Roma is seeking a skilled Line Cook with a passion for Italian...

Demographic Data for Atascadero, CA

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Atascadero, CA

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 Atascadero, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.4%
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 Atascadero, CA
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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