Kitchen Staff Jobs in La Jolla, 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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Line Cook

  • shawarma guys
  • San Diego, CA (12 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • shawarma guys
  • San Diego, CA (12 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

If you are ready to start a new career, understand the importance of serving high quality food, working with a great group of people and want to grow, apply with us today. We were rated as number...

Food Service Worker

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 30024 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Community Meals Brand: Trio-Community-Meals State: California (US-CA) The Role at a glance: We are...

Cook

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

What you'll be doing: Quality and portion control Food preparation Creative food presentation Maintaining kitchen Ensuring food is stored properly Following safe food handling policies, procedures and...

Food Service Worker -Assisted Living

  • La Jolla, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 2 days ago

White Sands, a HumanGood life plan community (CCRC) in beautiful La Jolla, CA, is seeking individuals to join our dining services team. As the largest nonprofit owner/operator of senior living...

Food Service Worker - Health Center

  • La Jolla, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 2 days ago

White Sands, a HumanGood life plan community (CCRC) in beautiful La Jolla, CA, is seeking individuals to join our dining services team. As the largest nonprofit owner/operator of senior living...

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Chula Vista, CA (19 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (19 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time SOUS CHEF position. Location : SD On Call - 850 Lagoon Drive, Chula Vista, CA 91910. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Cook

  • Rancho Santa Fe, CA (11 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Rancho Santa Fe, CA (11 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Rancho Valencia Resort 5921 Valencia Circle Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 Resort Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Compensation: $22.00 per hour, Full-Time Overnight...

Dishwasher (Part Time)

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Scrapes and rinses food from dirty dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment...

Food Service Worker - Immediate Openings

  • San Marcos, CA (22 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Marcos, CA (22 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY-SAN MARCOS - 16631015 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided...

Part time Dishwasher/Prep Needed

  • La Mesa, CA (16 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • La Mesa, CA (16 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Sheldon's Service Station is looking for dishwashers to join our strong team. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, ambitious, and on time. Must be reliable and be able to work on weekends. Must...

Sous Chef

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Kettner Exchange is currently seeking a Sous Chef with the ability to support, lead, and inspire the kitchen team. This includes but not limited: Ordering and inventory support. Support the Chef...

Meat Clerk

  • Vista, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vista, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

DEPARTMENT: Retail OperationsCOMPENSATION: Hourly Pay Range: $16.70 - $21.55. This position is covered under the UFCW union agreement. JOB SUMMARY: Assisting customers with purchases in the meat...

Breakfast Cook

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Opportunity: Breakfast Cook Prepare food items for complimentary food service, according to recipes and standards, while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment. Potential Career...

Dishwasher

  • Escondido, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Escondido, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Dishwasher Department:Culinary Location:Escondido, CA Dishwasher - AM & PM Shifts Pay Range: $16.50 - $16.75 per hour (depends on experience Address: Ivy Park at Escondido 930 Monticello Dr,...

Restaurant Crew

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Restaurant Team Member Are you looking for an exciting fast-paced work environment where you will be part of a team? Do you take pride in providing exceptional customer service? The Restaurant...

Demographic Data for La Jolla, CA

Moving to La Jolla, CA? Find some basic demographic data about La Jolla, CA below.


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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
The health and wellbeing of NHS staff is essential to the quality of care provided to patients, service users and communities. The Covid-19 pandemic placed unprecedented pressures on the health...
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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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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