Kitchen Staff Jobs in Sacramento, 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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Residential Facility Cook

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you...

Crew Member

  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 14 hours 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...

Line Cook

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Fox & Goose Public House is looking for eager, dedicated people to join our crew. Serving the Sacramento community for over 50 years, we are a family-owned small business that cares about our...

Prep Cook Noble Beast Butchers Market Now Hiring

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Prep Cook | Noble Beast Butcher's Market | Now Hiring image 1 of 6 compensation: Hourly ($16.00 - $22.00) employment type: job title: Prep Cook Culinary Agents is working with the team at Noble...

Cook

  • Carmichael, CA (9 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carmichael, CA (9 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

un Cook (Carmichael) Lido Cafe and Bakery 7907 Fair Oaks blvd compensation: Paid Vacation, sick days, and Bonus Pay employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Cook Senior cook with...

Restaurant Dishwasher - Immediate Hire

  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Dishwasher

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Responsibilities Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans using dishwashers or by hand. Place clean dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment in designated storage areas. Maintain kitchen...

Cook- Residential Program

  • Fair Oaks, CA (13 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fair Oaks, CA (13 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

COOK - RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM Center Point, Inc., seeks an experienced and qualified cook to prepare meals for the Co-Ed community-based substance use disorder residential treatment facility....

Vocational Trainer/ Cook/ Baker

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

You’ll be responsible for… Provide teaching, training, and supervision for volunteer learners (VL’s) on the various aspects of the different projects managed by SJP kitchen staff....

Food Service Worker

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SCP-Sutter Center for Psychiatry Position Overview: Performs food preparation and storage, serving of meals and snacks,...

Dishwasher

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

Overview Parkwest Casino is looking for an experienced Dishwasher. This position will consist of dish washing duties. This person must work well with others, must be punctual and maintain a clean...

Restaurant Dishwasher

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally....

Restaurant Prep / Pastry Cook

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally....

Restaurant Line Cook - Grill, Carve, Bowls

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally....

Restaurant Line Cook - Salad and Sandwich

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

Our Purpose is to change the way the world eats and to deliver on that purpose Our Goal is to be a great place to work where you can learn, grow, and develop both personally and professionally....

Demographic Data for Sacramento, CA

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.3%
Bachelor's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.4%
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 Sacramento, 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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