Kitchen Staff Jobs in Buena Park, 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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Dishwasher

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Join Our Back-of-House Team – Dishwasher Vernon, CA | Full-Time & Part-Time Available We are a world-renowned, award-winning brand where culinary excellence meets bold, modern service. We're...

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Dishwasher in Spanish

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Únete a Nuestro Equipo de Cocina – Lavaplatos Vernon, CA | Disponibilidad de Tiempo Completo y Medio Tiempo Somos una marca galardonada y reconocida a nivel mundial, donde la excelencia culinaria...

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Expediter

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Join Our Front-of-House Team – To-Go Specialist (Expeditor) Vernon, CA | Full-Time & Part-Time Available We are a world-renowned, award-winning brand where culinary excellence meets bold, modern...

Senior Cook

  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Location Name: Manufacturing Company - 43145001 Location ID: 43145001 Senior Cook Location: Manufacturing Company - 43145001 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays - morning shifts. More details will be...

Food Service Worker

  • Inglewood, CA (21 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Inglewood, CA (21 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Location Name: CENTINELA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER - 15606001 Location ID: 15606001 Food Service Worker Location: CENTINELA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER - 15606001 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings -...

Now Hiring: Dishwasher (8AM-3PM) The Stand Tustin

  • Tustin, CA (12 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Tustin, CA (12 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Youll ensure our guests have a clean and enjoyable dining experience while supporting our amazing kitchen staff....

Weekday Cook/Cocinero (9:00-5:00pm) The Stand Century City

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Location: 2000 Avenue of the Stars #C, Los Angeles, CA 90067 Shift: 9:00AM-5:00PM | Monday - Friday Only (Closed Weekends!) Weekday Cooks Wanted! Are you an experienced Line Cook with a passion...

Dietary Cook (Part Time)

  • Alhambra, CA (18 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Alhambra, CA (18 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions....

Line Cook

  • Pasadena, CA (22 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Pasadena, CA (22 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Located in the heart of Old Town Pasadena, Union is a lively, yet intimate neighborhood Italian restaurant and wine bar offering a deeply personal,...

Experienced Line Cook Needed

  • Huntington Beach, CA (9 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (9 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Experienced Line Cook Location: Heirloom a Modern Farmhouse, Huntington Beach Job Type: Full-Time/Part Time Shift: Evenings, weekends About Us: At Heirloom a Modern Farmhouse, we pride ourselves...

Cook & Wok

  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Train and mentor junior kitchen staff on wok techniques and Asian cooking styles. Ensure timely preparation and presentation of dishes during service....

Hiring: Dishwashers & Front of House

  • Alhambra, CA (18 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Alhambra, CA (18 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Located on Hellman Ave & Garfield Ave in Alhambra. Open positions: Front of House - (Servers, Food Runners) no experience required, training provided. Back of House - (Dishwashers) training...

Looking for a Cook

  • Long Beach, CA (14 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (14 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Have at least one (1) year experience in restaurant or institutional cooking/food preparation....

Dishwasher

  • Manhattan Beach, CA (22 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Manhattan Beach, CA (22 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

preparation and service while maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, sanitation and kitchen organization within the restaurant....

Restaurant Line Cook - Salad and Sandwich

  • Manhattan Beach, CA (22 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Manhattan Beach, CA (22 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally....

Demographic Data for Buena Park, CA

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Buena Park, 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 Buena Park, 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 Buena Park, 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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