Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lake Worth, 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.

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Line Cook

  • Boca Raton, FL (18 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (18 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 1 hour ago

Line Cook Accountable for preparing menu items and coordinating food orders while maintaining proper food storage and sanitation standards. Responsibilities: Ensuring proper food storage and...

Cook

  • Boynton Beach, FL (6 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Boynton Beach, FL (6 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 12 hours ago

Overview Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about...

SOUS CHEF-DEL MAR WEST PALM BEACH New Store Opening December 2025

  • West Palm Beach, FL (6 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (6 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 13 hours ago

Specific duties involve food preparation include the establishment of quality standards, training associates in cooking in methods, presentations, techniques, portion control, and retention of nutrients...

Sous Chef

  • Boca Raton, FL (18 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (18 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 13 hours ago

What Youll Do Maintain Standards Provide guidance to junior kitchen staff members, including, but not limited, to line cooking, food preparation, and dish plating....

Food Service Assistant PRN

  • Atlantis, FL (3 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Atlantis, FL (3 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 14 hours ago

These tasks include, but not limited to; tray assembly, portioning of food; preparation of snacks, tube feedings, and supplements; delivery of floor stock and special items to the units; delivery of...

Pantry Line Cook - Members Club

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 20 hours ago

Pantry Line Cook - Members Club Full Time Palm Beach Gardens, FL, US 3 days ago Requisition ID: 1135 POSITION OBJECTIVE Individual is responsible for preparation of cold food, according to the...

Cook/Butler- Boca Raton, Florida (summer travel to Cape Cod)

  • Boca Raton, FL (18 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (18 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 21 hours ago

We are seeking an experienced Cook/Butler to join a private household with residences in Boca Raton, FL and Cape Cod, MA. This role will support a couple (no kids and no pets). The ideal candidate...

Pastry Lead Cook

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 21 hours ago

Monitors all food preparation, production, holding and storage operations to ensure adherence to all Food Service Sanitation standards Reports all equipment maintenance needs Maintains area in a clean...

Pastry Cook

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 21 hours ago

Teamwork: Collaborating with chefs and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations Qualifications: High school education, cooking school or culinary institute education or equivalent experience. 3 - 5...

Restaurant Crew

  • West Palm Beach, FL (6 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (6 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Restaurant Team Member Are you looking for an exciting fast-paced work environment where you will be part of a team? Do you take pride in providing exceptional customer service? The Restaurant...

Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Full Time

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Performs all duties related to dishwashing and maintaining general cleanliness of the kitchen area....

Line Cook Kasumi Japanese Restaurant

  • Boca Raton, FL (18 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (18 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Ability to communicate effectively verballyand in writing Knowledge of food preparation health and safety guidelines Ability to work flexible hours and shifts Ability to multi-task Team player The hiring...

Part-Time Line Cook

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (12 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Devonshire by Erickson Senior Living Join our team as a Line Cook if you're passionate about great food, teamwork, and have culinary experience. In this role, you'll be a key contributor...

Cook (Full Time)

  • West Palm Beach, FL (6 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (6 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. Location: St. Mary's Medical Center - 901 45th Street, Mangonia Park, FL 33407. Note: online applications accepted only....

Dishwasher

  • Boca Raton, FL (18 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (18 miles from Lake Worth, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Assists with food preparation and plating when necessary. Maintains the correct storage of all cookware, china, glassware, and utensils....

Demographic Data for Lake Worth, FL

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lake Worth, 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 Lake Worth, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.8%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Lake Worth, 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%


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