Kitchen Staff Jobs in Seaside, 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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Executive Chef

  • Carmel, CA (8 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Carmel, CA (8 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

You'll oversee food preparation across all areas and maintain top-notch quality and safety....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Seaside, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seaside, CA
  • 11 hours ago

In most jobs, everyone doesn't spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, that's just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase...

Deli Clerk

  • Capitola, CA (24 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Capitola, CA (24 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Assists with food preparation and production. Stocks, rotates, and faces products with attention to product quality and expiration dates....

Utility Worker/Relief Certified Pump Operator

  • Salinas, CA (9 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Salinas, CA (9 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

California Water Service Job Description: The Utility Worker/Relief Certified Pump Operator (UW/RCPO) is scheduled to relieve the Certified Pump Operator (CPO) operates and maintains well, booster...

Food Service Utility (Temporary)

  • Watsonville, CA (21 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Watsonville, CA (21 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a temporary FOOD SERVICE UTILITY position. Location : Monte Vista Christian School - 2 School Way, Watsonville, CA 95076. Note: online applications accepted only....

Prepared Foods Deli Clerk @ Elroys Fine Foods

  • Monterey, CA (3 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Monterey, CA (3 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Prepared Foods Deli Clerk @ Elroy's Fine Foods (Monterey) Elroy's Fine Foods compensation: Competitive pay + benefits! employment type: job title: Prepared Foods Deli Clerk The Deli Clerk is...

Cashier, Sandwich Maker Eriks Deli

  • Salinas, CA (9 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salinas, CA (9 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

ERIKS DELI CAFE HAS A PART TIME POSITION OPENING. LUNCH TIME HELP FOR A FAST PACED, HIGHLY MOTIVATED PERSON. WITH EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS AS WELL AS GREAT TEAM AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS....

Evening Dishwasher Needed immediately

  • Pacific Grove, CA (5 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pacific Grove, CA (5 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Peppers is looking for an evening dishwasher. The shifts are Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday nights. Please apply in person at 170 Forest Ave Pacific Grove. We will be accepting applications...

Line Cook

  • Marina, CA (4 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Marina, CA (4 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Opportunity: Line Cook Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and established guest service and sustainability standards. Your Growth Path Lead Cook - Sous Chef - Assistant...

Sous Chef

  • Marina, CA (4 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Marina, CA (4 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Opportunity: Sous Chef Assist the Executive Chef in the preparation of food and oversight of kitchen operations in accordance with established food quality, guest service and...

FORAY -Chef de Cuisine-$75,000to$80,000 DOE+benefits&moving assistance

  • Carmel by the Sea, CA (8 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Carmel by the Sea, CA (8 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Please PROVIDE A RESUME with REFERENCES to be considered. Qualified candidates will be notified of an opportunity for an video interview and in-person stage.* Foray is a fine dining restaurant...

Line Cook - Boronda Crossings Chili's

  • Salinas, CA (9 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Salinas, CA (9 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 3 days 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...

FORAY - Sous Chef - $70,000-$80,000 DOE +medical, dental, vision, 401k

  • Carmel by the Sea, CA (8 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Carmel by the Sea, CA (8 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Please PROVIDE A RESUME or LIST WORK HISTORY with REFERENCES to be considered. Qualified candidates will be notified of an opportunity for an interview/stage.* Foray is a fine dining restaurant...

Deli Clerk

  • Monterey, CA (3 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Monterey, CA (3 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 4 days ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Prepared Foods Deli Clerk @ Elroy's Fine Foods

  • Monterey, CA (3 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Monterey, CA (3 miles from Seaside, CA)
  • 4 days ago

The Deli Clerk is responsible for cleaning and preparing workstations and deli displays. They will assist customers by preparing and packing their selected products. WHAT DOES THE JOB PAY?...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Seaside, 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 Seaside, 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 Seaside, 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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