Kitchen Staff Jobs in San Luis Rey, 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 San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • shawarma guys
  • San Diego, CA (23 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 12 hours 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...

Kitchen Utility Worker

  • Escondido, CA (23 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Escondido, CA (23 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Complete assigned food preparation as required. Adhere to standard food safety practices. Assist cooks and wait staff as requested....

Dishwasher - Part Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

  • Escondido, CA (23 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Escondido, CA (23 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

dishwashing machine Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions Work safely in fast pace environment...

Crew Member

  • Lake Elsinore, CA (21 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Lake Elsinore, CA (21 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 12 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...

Cook I - Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort

  • Dana Point, CA (22 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Dana Point, CA (22 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

The award-winning Forbes 4-Star and AAA 5-Diamond Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Clubis looking for a Cook I to join the Culinary Team! Located in the beautiful coastal town of Dana Point...

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for full time SOUS CHEF positions. Location : ViaSat - 2505 Gateway Road, Carlsbad, CA 92009. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time schedule....

Food Service Worker/Part-Time/Varied shifts

  • Menifee, CA (24 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Menifee, CA (24 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Prepare and keep work and food preparation activity records and reports; inventory supplies and equipment. Maintain effective security of kitchen personnel, equipment, and utensils....

Dishwasher - Murrieta Chili's

  • Murrieta, CA (15 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Murrieta, CA (15 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Server Assistant - Valle (Michelin Star Restaurant)

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 1 day ago

Guest can enjoy an intimate dining experience with a Chef's tasting menu or a la carte, or if is the case of a special celebratory evening up to eight in our private dining room....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • San Marcos, CA (12 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Marcos, CA (12 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

In most jobs, everyone doesnt spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, thats just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of...

Baker / glaze prep/ Line cook/ $21-$25

  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Now Hiring: Baker with Kitchen Experience Early Morning Shifts & Weekends Required Were looking for a motivated Baker with at least 1 year of kitchen experience (line cook or prep work counts!) to...

AM Cafe Cook

  • San Juan Capistrano, CA (22 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Juan Capistrano, CA (22 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We're a cafe and lunch fast casual service restaurant in search of a daytime cook. Past kitchen experience is a must, we're looking for experienced professionals. Please send resume. Must be able...

Restaurant Line Cook - Salad and Sandwich

  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 2 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....

Cook/Kitchen and Dietary/Full Time Varied Shifts

  • Menifee, CA (24 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Menifee, CA (24 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Experience/Requirements 0 6 months which includes Training in institutional food preparation. Licensure/Certification Food Handler's Certification....

Dishwashers Needed!

  • Solana Beach, CA (22 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Solana Beach, CA (22 miles from San Luis Rey, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for a talented stewarding team to join our NEW restaurant LANA in Solana Beach! The positions are for both AM and PM shifts. Previous experience working in fine dining restaurants is...

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...
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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in San Luis Rey, 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 Luis Rey, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.4%
Bachelor's Degree
15.7%
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 Luis Rey, 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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