Kitchen Staff Jobs in Bakersfield, 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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Cook Full-Time

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner. Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities. Ability to follow prepared...

Cook / Food Service Associate, Nutritional Services, Days, Full Time

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

Ensures each item prepared meets quality standards in taste, appearance and ingredients used, and that a desired sanitary level is maintained throughout the entire process of food preparation....

Food Service Associate, Nutritional Services, Per Diem, Days

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

Operates dishwashing, peeling and other mechanical equipment. Sets up and serves patient trays. Carries dishes and foods between kitchen and serving lines. Transports and stores supplies....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for a COOK (FULL TIME) position. Location: Kern Psychiatric 718 Workman Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307 Note: online applications accepted only....

Dishwasher

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago

Yes Job Summary/Basic Function The primary responsibility of this position is to provide clean and sanitary dinnerware for use by Dining Service customers as well as clean and sanitary food preparation...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Bakersfield, CA (15 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA (15 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a COOK (FULL TIME) position. Location : Kern Psychiatric 718 Workman Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full Time;...

Team Member: Food Champion

  • Pumpkin Center, CA (16 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pumpkin Center, CA (16 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 3 days ago

You and The Bell has a nice ring to it. We're looking for Team Members with Mas Heart and Mas Flavor to create an excellent restaurant experience. Whether you want to pursue a career with us or...

Deli Clerk

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days 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...

Line Cook

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 5 days ago

Benefits we offer for this position: All team members: Competitive pay Flexible scheduling Paid on the job training Opportunities for advancement we promote from within Discounted meals Employee...

Food Service Worker

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 5 days ago

This position also utilizes a variety of food preparation utensils and machines in preparing food....

Bkr - Food & Beverage Dishwasher

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 6 days ago

Assists with basic food preparation as needed. Maintain cleaning supplies, stock and communicate needs....

Care Coordinator-ECM - Baker Street Village

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 6 days ago

Clinica Sierra Vista is excited to be one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Nation! We're honored to serve the men and women of the fields. We also offer care and support to...

Restaurant Crewmember

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 7 days ago

Starting hiring pay: 20 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 team....

Hiring For Pizza Cook

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 8 days ago

hiring for pizza cook!!!! (bakersfield) The Vault Restaurant 3901 Ming Ave compensation: base on experience employment type: job title: Pizza cook pantry cook we are looking for a experienced...

Crew Member

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 8 days ago

Wage Range: $16.50 - $17.50 per hour (PLUS TIPS!) Crew Member: "You are applying for work with Tom Lovelace Group, a franchisee of Papa Murphy's, not Papa Murphy's International, Inc., or any of...

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
This seminar is designed to be an experimental and hands-on approach to applied chemistry (as seen in cooking). Cooking may be the oldest and most widespread application of chemistry and recipes...
Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS
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Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Vaccine Trained Staff)
This two-week course will help you gain an understanding of why vaccines can help protect the health of those living or working in prisons and those around them. Whats more, youll develop the...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Bakersfield, 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 Bakersfield, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.1%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Some High School
3.9%
Some College
3.4%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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