Kitchen Staff Jobs in Fullerton, 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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Holy Saints! seeking an ambitious cook / future chef

  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Holy Saints! is seeking a passionate individual to be a part of our team for Prep and Dinner Service. This individual is willing to learn and be mentored. This individual has ambition of becoming...

NOW HIRING! Line Cook needed ASAP for an Italian restaurant!

  • Costa Mesa, CA (13 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (13 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

We're looking for a dependable Line Cook who can also assist with prep and dishwashing duties to keep our fast-paced kitchen running smoothly....

Food Service Worker III Per Diem

  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

** Internal Workers Please log into your Workday account to apply ** Huntington Hospital Employee Login Compensation Range: Anticipated Base compensation rate is in the range of $23.00 - $24.50 /...

Dishwasher

  • Irvine, CA (12 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (12 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

The Dishwasher/Bussers primary objective is to clean tables, taking dishware, tableware and drinkware to the dish room to be washed, provide a clean and safe kitchen area for our team members,...

Lead Cook

  • Irvine, CA (12 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (12 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods....

Cook

  • Newport Beach, CA (19 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (19 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Location Name: PACIFIC LIFE INSURANCE HQ, NEWPORT BEACH - 34801001 Location ID: 34801001 Cook Location: PACIFIC LIFE INSURANCE HQ, NEWPORT BEACH - 34801001 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays - morning...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Irvine, CA (13 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (13 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Location : Edwards Lifesciences - 1462 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92614. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Emirates Lounge LAX - 380 World Way, Los Angeles, CA 90045. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Lead Line Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Stir Crazy is a neighborhood wine restaurant, open for dinner Monday to Friday. We serve European inspired dishes using produce sourced at the...

Sous Chef

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Preparation Teamwork Team Management Quality Control Attention to Detail Training and Development Food Safety Knowledge Sous Chef Experience Leadership Skills Organizational Skills Expediting Read...

FAMILY COOK $35-45/hr DOE - 30 HOURS PER WEEK

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

FAMILY COOK $35-45/hr DOE - 30 HOURS PER WEEK (Brentwood) compensation: $35-45/hr DOE HOURS Monday through Friday 730am-130pm INTERVIEW Instead of interviews I invite applicants to come to my...

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Fullerton, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 13 hours ago

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Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

preparation and service hours Ensure economical work practices and control food production to minimize wastage Maintain food preparation and storage standards according to public health policies and...

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Huntington Park, CA (19 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Huntington Park, CA (19 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Location: Huntington Park, US-CA Rate: 19.635 Type: Permanent Bakery/Deli Clerk Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean...

Sous Chef

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Fullerton, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

preparation and of sanitary methods used in food preparation and kitchen maintenance Experience calculating figures and performing mathematical functions to meet business needs Physical ability to...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Fullerton, 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 Fullerton, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.9%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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