Kitchen Staff Jobs in Pismo Beach, 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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Cook Specialist I

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

and Duties The Cook Specialist I will be directed by the Supervising Cook I and/or Cook Specialist II Lead in Nutrition Services at the Department of State Hospitals Atascadero (ASH). The...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Location: CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY - San Luis Obispo We are hiring immediately for a FOOD SERVICE WORKER (PART TIME) position. Address: PCV Market Cal Poly 1 GRAND AVE. BLDG. 19,...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (11 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (11 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Location: CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY - San Luis Obispo We are hiring immediately for a FOOD SERVICE WORKER (PART TIME) position. Address : PCV Market Cal Poly 1 GRAND AVE. BLDG. 19,...

Food Service Worker II - Marie Bauer Early Education Center

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Food Service Worker II - Marie Bauer Early Education Center About the Employer PRJUSD is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in its educational programs, activities and employment....

PM Cook and PM Dishwasher in Arroyo Grande

  • Arroyo Grande, CA (15 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Arroyo Grande, CA (15 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Restaurant in Arroyo Grande is looking for a PM Line Cook and Dishwasher. Part time - Full time. Shifts typically 3pm-930pm Looking for a motivated and reliable line cook and dishwasher to join...

Cook

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Prepares food for multiple therapeutic diets and complies with state and federal laws and regulations related to food preparation in a healthcare environment....

Substitutes: Food Service Assistant

  • Guadalupe, CA (14 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Guadalupe, CA (14 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Education and Experience The position typically requires completion of a high school curriculum and less than one year of experience in large quantity food preparation and serving....

Restaurant Dishwasher - Immediate Hire

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Responsibilities: Operate dishwashing machines to clean dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans. Ensure proper handling and storage of all kitchenware and equipment....

Cook

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Qualifications: AA/BA in Food Services or other comparable degree, or comparable experience in food preparation. Valid Food Handler Certification....

Cook

  • Pismo Beach, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • Pismo Beach, CA
  • 17 days ago

COOK (PISMO BEACH) Rosa's Italian Restaurant 491 Price St compensation: $19-$21 per hour DOE employment type: job title: Cook Rosa's Italian Restaurant is looking for a full time day cook to join...

Breakfast Cook

  • Pismo Beach, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • Pismo Beach, CA
  • 17 days ago

Breakfast Cook (Pismo Beach) 230 Pomeroy Ave compensation: DOE employment type: job title: Line Cook Looking for a morning cook for a busy Pismo Beach Cafe to join our team. Must be able to work...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Arroyo Grande, CA (15 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Arroyo Grande, CA (15 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 17 days ago

At Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the wayyou're in the right spot....

Crew Member

  • Atascadero, CA (21 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Atascadero, CA (21 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Fun. Flexible hours. Great pay. Fantastic people. Professional fulfillment. That uniquely cool SONIC uniform. Can this possibly get any better? YES IT CAN! Like a Chili Cheese Coney, the SONIC...

Line Cook

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (7 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

Substitute Food Service Worker

  • Arroyo Grande, CA (15 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Arroyo Grande, CA (15 miles from Pismo Beach, CA)
  • 25 days ago

Desirable: Food Service work experience or knowledge of basic methods of food preparation, serving and storing; the care and use of quantity cooking equipment; nutrition information required to substitute...

Demographic Data for Pismo Beach, CA

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Pismo Beach, 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 Pismo Beach, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.1%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Some High School
3.9%
Some College
3.4%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Pismo Beach, 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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