Kitchen Staff Jobs in Oceanside, 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 (23 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • shawarma guys
  • San Diego, CA (23 miles from Oceanside, 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...

Cook

  • Rancho Santa Fe, CA (21 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Rancho Santa Fe, CA (21 miles from Oceanside, 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...

Food Service Worker - Immediate Openings

  • San Marcos, CA (12 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Marcos, CA (12 miles from Oceanside, 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...

Meat Clerk

  • Vista, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vista, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, 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...

Dishwasher

  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Dishwasher Department:Culinary Location:Mission Viejo, CA Position: Dishwasher Shifts, Time, and Days: Pay Range: $17 - $18 Ivy Park at Mission Viejo is a premier senior living community situated...

Cook

  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Cook Department:Culinary Location:Mission Viejo, CA Cooks for Full Scratch Kitchen Needed! Shifts, Time, and Days: Pay Range: $20 - $23 Ivy Park at Mission Viejo is a premier senior living...

Crew Member

  • Menifee, CA (24 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Menifee, CA (24 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the...

Deli Clerk

  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Introduction If you'd be excited to work in a professional kitchen preparing and cooking meals, consider applying for the position of Deli Clerk. As one of the fastest growing natural foods...

Dishwasher

  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range $16.50 - $19.00 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Line Cook

  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range $17.25 - $23.00 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Prep Cook

  • Temecula, CA (15 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Temecula, CA (15 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range $17.30 - $20.75 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Food Service Assistant II - 16.25 hours per week

  • Encinitas, CA (19 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Encinitas, CA (19 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

preparation, health and sanitation requirements learn proper methods of heating and handling food Experience: six (6) months of quantity food preparation, and preparation area maintenance in a commercial...

JEUNE ET JOLIE [Bar Prep/Dishwasher] AM

  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Jeune et Jolie (1-Michelin Star) is looking for a strong AM Bar Prep/Dishwasher to join our driven and dedicated team. If you are self-motivated with a strong desire to grow and a willingness to...

Kitchen Steward

  • Rancho Santa Fe, CA (21 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rancho Santa Fe, CA (21 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

He/she is also responsible for assisting the kitchen staff in maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and all storage areas; specifically for cleaning all equipment, utensils, and the physical work...

Catering Kitchen Assistant

  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

What You’ll Do: Maintain cleanliness of dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment according to health standards Support food preparation activities and assist with event service Collaborate with culinary...

Demographic Data for Oceanside, CA

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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 Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, 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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