Kitchen Staff Jobs in Pacifica, 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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Sous Chef

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Title: Sous Chef Job Location: San Francisco-USA-94128 Work Location Type: On-Site About us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the worlds largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its...

MAMA Oakland is looking for PART-TIME (Sun&Mon) experienced LINE COOK!

  • Oakland, CA (18 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA (18 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

MAMA Oakland is an Italian-Californian 3-course prix fixe restaurant focused on warm, welcoming service, nourishing and comforting food, and a fun, approachable yet smart wine list. We're looking...

Tartine Guerrero Hiring A PT Dishwasher Paying $19.07 + Tips!

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Responsibilities include dishwashing, cleaning the kitchen, taking out trash, and basic prep. Must be punctual, team-oriented, and able to lift to 50 lbs. Basic English & Spanish required....

SF Michelin-Starred Restaurant, 7 Adams, hiring a CHEF DE PARTIE

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Michelin-Starred Restaurant, 7 Adams, hiring a CHEF DE PARTIE (lower pac hts) compensation: $23-$26 per hour, based on experience employment type: full-time experience level: mid level job title:...

Lead Cook/Head Cook for New Restaurant in Half Moon Bay

  • Half Moon Bay, CA (10 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Half Moon Bay, CA (10 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Supervision and Leadership: Directs and oversees the work of other kitchen staff (likely only one other person), ensuring procedures and recipes are properly followed....

Seeking a Skilled Line Cook

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Kantine is a casual, woman-owned Scandinavian-inspired eatery that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and pastries. We make food from scratch using organic, local and seasonal ingredients. We are...

Pastry Chef Butter& Now Hiring

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Culinary Agents is working with the team at Butter& to connect them with talented hospitality professionals. Butter& - Now Hiring: Pastry Chef Click here to learn more & apply today! We're looking...

Chef de Partie Nightbird Now Hiring

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Culinary Agents is working with the team at Nightbird to connect them with talented hospitality professionals. Nightbird - Now Hiring: Chef de Partie Click here to learn more & apply today!...

Line Chef

  • Mill Valley, CA (19 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mill Valley, CA (19 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

The Chef de Partie role is an ATL level leadership role in Prepared Foods focused on driving culinary excellence and hospitality experience on the Retail Floor. The CDP is a Retail Floor Venue...

Line Cook

  • Richmond, CA (24 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Richmond, CA (24 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

The Chef de Partie role is an ATL level leadership role in Prepared Foods focused on driving culinary excellence and hospitality experience on the Retail Floor. The CDP is a Retail Floor Venue...

Station Chef

  • Sausalito, CA (16 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Sausalito, CA (16 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

The Chef de Partie role is an ATL level leadership role in Prepared Foods focused on driving culinary excellence and hospitality experience on the Retail Floor. The CDP is a Retail Floor Venue...

Chef De Partie

  • Corte Madera, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Corte Madera, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

The Chef de Partie role is an ATL level leadership role in Prepared Foods focused on driving culinary excellence and hospitality experience on the Retail Floor. The CDP is a Retail Floor Venue...

Station Cook

  • Larkspur, CA (22 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Larkspur, CA (22 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

The Chef de Partie role is an ATL level leadership role in Prepared Foods focused on driving culinary excellence and hospitality experience on the Retail Floor. The CDP is a Retail Floor Venue...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Berkeley, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Berkeley, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Location: Bowles Hall UCB We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Address : Bowles Hall UCB - Stadium Rim Way, Berkeley, CA 94720. Note: online applications accepted only....

Asian Cuisine Cook (Full Time)

  • Palo Alto, CA (22 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (22 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time ASIAN CUISINE COOK position. Location : AppLovin - 1100 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Demographic Data for Pacifica, CA

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Pacifica, 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 Pacifica, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.7%
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 Pacifica, 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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