Kitchen Staff Jobs in Alachua, FL

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.

1-15 of 79 Jobs

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Lake City, FL (21 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lake City, FL (21 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 13 days ago

Req ID: 461955 Address: 13700 S US Highway 441 Lake City, FL, 32025 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling *...

Kitchen Team Member

  • Lake City, FL (21 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake City, FL (21 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Req ID: 460265 Address: 13700 S US Highway 441 Lake City, FL, 32025 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling *...

Grill Cook

  • Lake City, FL (21 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Lake City, FL (21 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 23 hours ago

preparation so that all items for check are finished at the same time Properly maintain and operate equipment effectively....

Dishwasher

  • Lake City, FL (21 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Lake City, FL (21 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 23 hours ago

Knowledge: Strong knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in a restaurant Relies on experience and good judgment to plan and accomplish goals General knowledge of commercial dishwashing...

Dishwasher - Hiring Now

  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 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....

Food Service Utility (Full Time)

  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE UTILITY positions. Location: UF Health Heart, Vascular & Neuro - 1505 Southwest Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32608. Note:...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads. Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes....

Food Service Utility (Full Time)

  • Gainesville, FL (17 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL (17 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 4 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE UTILITY positions. Location : UF Health Heart, Vascular & Neuro - 1505 Southwest Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32608. Note: online applications...

KFC Cook

  • Alachua, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Alachua, FL
  • 5 days ago

We offer early wage access through Tapcheck so you can cash out on your wages before payday!** At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals...

Cook

  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions....

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Location: UF We are hiring immediately for a FULL TIME AND PART TIME FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Address:UF Admin-Racquet Club Dining Center 114 Gainesville FL 32611 Note: online applications...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Location: UF We are hiring immediately for a PART TIME FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Address: UF Admin-Racquet Club Dining Center 114 Gainesville FL 32611 Note: online applications accepted only....

Cook, Grill (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL (16 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Location: UF We are hiring immediately for a FULL TIME GRILL COOK position. Address:UF Admin-Racquet Club Dining Center 114 Gainesville FL 32611 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule:...

Cook, Grill (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Gainesville, FL (14 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL (14 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Location: UF We are hiring immediately for a FULL TIME GRILL COOK position. Address :UF Admin-Racquet Club Dining Center 114 Gainesville FL 32611 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Gainesville, FL (14 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Gainesville, FL (14 miles from Alachua, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Location: UF We are hiring immediately for a PART TIME FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Address : UF Admin-Racquet Club Dining Center 114 Gainesville FL 32611 Note: online applications accepted only....

Demographic Data for Alachua, FL

Moving to Alachua, FL? Find some basic demographic data about Alachua, FL below.


Local
National
16,702
455
Medium/Sm

Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHospitalityServices curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
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...
Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS
The health and wellbeing of NHS staff is essential to the quality of care provided to patients, service users and communities. The Covid-19 pandemic placed unprecedented pressures on the health...
On Staff: Combat Staff Masterclass
From a multipurpose tool and a traveling companion to a weapon used to conquer lands and hunting to feed our people, sticks are the foundation to humanity and all that is us.It is a shame to live...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Alachua, FL

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 Alachua, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.5%
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 Alachua, FL
None
41.7%
Less than 1 year
37.0%
1-2 years
14.4%
4-6 years
4.4%
6-8 years
2.6%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Kitchen Staff Related Career Advice Articles

Empty glasses hanging in a restaurant
Must-Read Job Search Advice for Restaurant Workers

Learn the ins and outs of how to get a job at a restaurant, including when to turn in your resume, how to present yourself, and how to land the job.

Read article »