Kitchen Staff Jobs in South Lake Tahoe, 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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Gastromaniac Restaurant BOH: Dishwasher (PT) HIRING ASAP

  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Our team at Gastromaniac Pizza & Pasta prides ourselves in providing a great casual dining experience with authentic Italian homemade delicacies to our customers. Looking for motivated individuals...

Line Cook (I, II, III): $20-28 Hourly

  • Olympic Valley, CA (23 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olympic Valley, CA (23 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff (Cook Two and One), ensuring efficiency and compliance with food safety regulations....

Cook - Wolf by Vanderpump

  • Stateline, NV (9 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stateline, NV (9 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Located along Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada, Harrahs and Harveys Lake Tahoe properties are the premier employer of choice. Here are just a few perks of working for Caesars Entertainment, the...

Line Cook

  • Kirkwood, CA (17 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kirkwood, CA (17 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Come join our professional and creative culinary team in the beautiful setting of Caples Lake Resort! We are seeking talented, detail oriented, dependable, trustworthy and passionate individuals...

Sous Chef

  • Stateline, NV (9 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stateline, NV (9 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 4 days ago

staff Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with kitchen staff, management, and other departments Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges in a fast-paced...

BREAKFAST LINE COOK- Berts Cafe

  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • 7 days ago

un BREAKFAST LINE COOK- Bert's Cafe (South Lake Tahoe, Ca) 1146 Emerald Bay Rd compensation: above average wages + tips, 401k employment type: job title: line cook Line Cook- Bert's Cafe, SLT Want...

Lead Steward

  • Tahoe City, CA (19 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Tahoe City, CA (19 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Lead Steward Palisades Tahoe 401(k) United States, California, Tahoe City Jun 04, 2025 Seasonal (Seasonal) Palisades Tahoe We share the spirit of these legendary mountains with the world. To...

Line Cook I-III Part-Time Shifts Available Mornings & Evenings

  • Olympic Valley, CA (23 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Olympic Valley, CA (23 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities vary by level, but may include: Level I (Entry-Level): Prepare ingredients and assist with basic food preparation Maintain a clean and organized work station Follow all health and safety...

Prep Cook

  • Stateline, NV (9 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Stateline, NV (9 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! Prep Cook This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience...

Cook

  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • 14 days ago

Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Cook...

Patio Kitchen Staff (Tipped position)

  • Tahoe City, CA (19 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Tahoe City, CA (19 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Position Summary: As a member of our Patio Kitchen Staff, you'll be hands-on in assembling fresh, high-quality dishes in a fast-paced outdoor kitchen environment....

Cook-Lake Tahoe Golf Course

  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • 17 days ago

Company Overview ABOUT AMERICAN GOLF American Golf is a distinguished leader and pioneer in the golf industry, renowned for its innovative and unparalleled approach to golf course management. With...

Food Service Worker- Full Time

  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • 18 days ago

, nutrition; food preparation/production Must be able to read and follow written directions....

Executive Sous Chef

  • Olympic Valley, CA (23 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Olympic Valley, CA (23 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Devise innovative product offerings for a variety of venues including main dining rooms, buffets room service, specialty restaurants, banquets, catering and themed/special events....

Lead Cook - Friday Station

  • Stateline, NV (9 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Stateline, NV (9 miles from South Lake Tahoe, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Dexterity to use food preparation machinery Ability to use repetitive hand motion, holding and grasping Ability to tolerate extreme temperatures Positions that have contact with the public require the...

Demographic Data for South Lake Tahoe, CA

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in South Lake Tahoe, 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 South Lake Tahoe, 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 South Lake Tahoe, 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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