Kitchen Staff Jobs in Napa, 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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Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Fairfield, CA (22 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, CA (22 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member Chuck E Cheese 401(k) United States, California, Fairfield 1027 Oliver Road (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around...

Cook I - Benicia's Kitchen

  • Sonoma, CA (21 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sonoma, CA (21 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The Lodge at Sonoma Resort, Autograph Collection 1325 Broadway at Leveroni & Napa Roads Sonoma, CA 95476 182 Room Hotel Managed By Sage Hospitality Group Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB...

Sous Chef

  • Brooks, CA (18 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooks, CA (18 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Cache Creek Casino Resort 14455 State Hwy 16 Brooks, CA 95606 Casino Resort Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Compensation: DOE, Full-Time Description &...

Cook II

  • Brooks, CA (18 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooks, CA (18 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

preparation and presentation in the kitchen stations....

Sous Chef - Chang Shou

  • Brooks, CA (18 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooks, CA (18 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Cache Creek Casino Resort 14455 State Hwy 16 Brooks, CA 95606 Casino Resort Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Compensation: DOE, Full-Time Description &...

Server Assistant - C2 Steakhouse Restaurant

  • Brooks, CA (18 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooks, CA (18 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Description & Requirements Being a part of the Cache Creek team comes with amazing benefits: Great Pay Opportunities to Grow Gas Discounts Dental Insurance Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO)...

Line Cook I - Benicia's Kitchen

  • Sonoma, CA (21 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sonoma, CA (21 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The Lodge at Sonoma Resort, Autograph Collection 1325 Broadway at Leveroni & Napa Roads Sonoma, CA 95476 182 Room Hotel Managed By Sage Hospitality Group Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB...

Dishwasher - Vacaville Chili's

  • Vacaville, CA (23 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Vacaville, CA (23 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 2 days 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...

Chef or Sous Chef for Latin Cuisine

  • Napa, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Napa, CA
  • 3 days ago

Chef or Sous Chef for Latin Cuisine - Napa The Candidate must be well versed in classic and modern Spanish cuisine with a deep appreciation of Latin American cuisine and be a fishmonger at heart....

Lead Utility Worker

  • Vacaville, CA (23 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Vacaville, CA (23 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The Lead Utility Worker leads and works with a crew involved in the maintenance, repair, and construction of the Districts infrastructure including canals, pipelines, pumping plants, roads,...

Lead Cook - Full Time

  • Saint Helena, CA (7 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Helena, CA (7 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Ensures safety techniques are met in food preparation. Assists in teaching kitchen personnel in cooking and baking. Participates in training....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Vacaville, CA (23 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Vacaville, CA (23 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 4 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow recipes and wrapping,...

Deli Clerk $19-$21/hr

  • Vacaville, CA (23 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Vacaville, CA (23 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Are you passionate about great quality food and love helping people? Nugget Markets is looking for personable and enthusiastic food lovers to join our team of talented deli clerks!...

AM Steward/Dishwasher (Part-Time)

  • Calistoga, CA (17 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Calistoga, CA (17 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 4 days ago

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing authentic hospitality and meaningful experiences to each and every guest....

Seasonal Cook II

  • Sonoma, CA (21 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sonoma, CA (21 miles from Napa, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Company Description "Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow...

Demographic Data for Napa, CA

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Napa, 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 Napa, 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 Napa, 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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