Kitchen Staff Jobs in Garden Grove, 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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Reata Glen

Cook II - Line Cook - Full Time

  • Reata Glen
  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Reata Glen
  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Full Time Cook II - $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS 40 hour work week, including a minimum of one weekend day shift. Shift Hours = Monday - Saturday 11:30am - 8:00pm, Sunday 8:00am - 4:30pm $22-$23 per hour...

Urgent Hiring Cook \Food Truck

  • Tustin, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Tustin, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Urgent Hiring Burger Cook Needed We are urgently looking for an experienced burger cook to join our team for both our restaurant in Tustin and food truck in Santa Ana If youre interested and...

Food Production Crew Member

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

About Us Nancys Fancy Gelato is a chef-driven, premium frozen dessert brand created by renowned pastry chef Nancy Silverton. Our small-batch gelato and sorbetto are made with the highest quality...

Pizza Cook

  • Laguna Niguel, CA (18 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Laguna Niguel, CA (18 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

At California Pizza Kitchen, R.O.C.K.S is our philosophy for a culture that rocks! For over 35 years weve built a culture of Respect, amazing Opportunities, open Communication, acts of Kindness,...

Dishwasher

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

spaces Operate dishwashing machines and ensure they are stocked with proper chemicals Assist with removal of trash and recycling, ensuring proper waste disposal procedures are followed Keep kitchen...

Kitchen Worker

  • Baldwin Park, CA (21 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Baldwin Park, CA (21 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Under direct supervision, performs routine food preparation, tray assembly, serving duties & delivery according to prescribed production schedules & established procedures....

Seasonal Entry Level Cook ($28.00/hr.)

  • Huntington Beach, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Surf. Sand. Sunset. Success. Find Yours at Our Special Place. Shimmering views of the Pacific await you at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa. Our stunning, Spanish-inspired resort offers...

PT Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Montebello, CA (18 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Montebello, CA (18 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Responsibilities Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads. Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes....

Dishwasher

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Manager and Assistant General Manager, the Dishwasher supports service by maintaining a clean and adequately stocked dish area, replenishing glassware and supplies at the bar, and performing light barback...

AM Prep Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Bub and Grandmas Pizza is seeking experienced AM Prep Cooks to join the opening team at our new restaurant in Highland Park. Applicants should be...

Line Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Bub and Grandmas Pizza is seeking Line Cooks to join the opening team at our new restaurant in Highland Park. Applicants should be seasoned...

Dishwasher

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! Dishwasher This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience...

Line Cook - Montclair Chilis

  • Montclair, CA (23 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Montclair, CA (23 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Restaurant Crew

  • Huntington Beach, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

NOTE Please apply in person at the address listed. This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not Jack in the Box Inc. This means the...

Prep Cook - LA Cypress Chili's

  • Cypress, CA (6 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Cypress, CA (6 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Demographic Data for Garden Grove, CA

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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 Garden Grove, 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 Garden Grove, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.6%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
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 Garden Grove, 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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