Kitchen Staff Jobs in San Francisco, 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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Head Chef

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 20 hours ago

staff in responsible CSC Represents kitchen and kitchen staff in front of external stakeholders Keeps himself/herself up to date regarding industry trends (research & development, food trends) and...

Cook

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Cook Job Details Job Location 1068 Mission Street - San Francisco, CA Position Type Full Time Salary Range $22.98 - $23.00 Hourly Job Category Restaurant - Food Service Description SUMMARY OF...

Cook

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Cook Department:Culinary Location:San Francisco, CA Cooks for Full Scratch Kitchen Needed! Shifts, Time, and Days: Part-Time Pay Range: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour (depends on experience) The Ivy...

Meat Clerk

  • Hayward, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Hayward, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

At Cardenas Markets, how we work is defined by shared values that include absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration. However, it's more than that; it's smart and highly driven people united...

Crew Member

  • San Carlos, CA (21 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Carlos, CA (21 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 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

  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Compensation Range $18.00 - $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

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Compensation Range $18.67 - $23.75 / 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...

Dishwasher

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Compensation Range $18.67 - $20.00 / 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...

Paradies Lagarde - Sous Chef San Francisco International Airport

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

SUMMARY: The Executive Sous Chef position is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef to ensure the most efficient and effective BOH Operation. This includes working all BOH positions as...

Paradies Lagarde Bourbon Pub - Line Cook II

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

Position Description Summary: The Cook provides a supreme dining experience to guests by preparing high quality meals. The Cook's main goal is to ensure that guests will always enjoy exceptional...

The Lodge is looking for an experienced Cook

  • Fairfax, CA (17 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Fairfax, CA (17 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

The Lodge in Fairfax is looking for an experienced line cook. Come meet with us and see what a great place this is to work. We are looking for an experienced and energetic person to join our...

Team Member: Food Champion

  • Martinez, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Martinez, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

The minimum and maximum wage for this position is $20/hr! DRG is looking for energetic, enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Team Members! A Team Member is someone who enjoys people and is...

Line Cook

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Our Line Cooks are experts at a few things: Having warm, friendly smiles Respecting our customers Following detailed food preparation processes Keeping their eyes on the details Working well in fast-paced...

Prep Cook

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Back to Back is a small, neighborhood restaurant located in Nob Hill, San Francisco, specializing in wood-fired pizza, shared plates, natural wine, and music on vinyl. We have a close-knit team...

Line Cook at Neighborhood Restaurant

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Back to Back is a new neighborhood restaurant located in Nob Hill serving wood-fired pizzas along with a full menu, natural wine and plays music on vinyl nightly. Looking for Part Time/Full Time...

Demographic Data for San Francisco, CA

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, 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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