Kitchen Staff Jobs in Odessa, 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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Specialty Pastry Cook

  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Monitor food quality while preparing food....

Cook

  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 19 days ago

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and...

Crew Member

  • Tampa, FL (10 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (10 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 3 hours ago

Flexible scheduling with a side of always feeling valued. McDonalds offers a job combo that will fit YOU. PERKS & BENEFITS: Competitive pay from $14.25 per hour - $16.20 per hour / hour plus cash...

Line Cook

  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 5 hours ago

WE ARE LONGHORN. Legendary food and service begins with legendary people. We believe in earning the loyalty of our Team Members with our strong, diverse culture, well-done benefits and growth...

Line Cook - Valrico Chili's

  • Brandon, FL (23 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Brandon, FL (23 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 5 hours 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...

Entry Level Cook, Tampa Airport

  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 6 hours ago

The opportunity Delaware North Travel is hiring full-time Line Cooks to join our team at Tampa Airport in Tampa, Florida. As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing dishes according to...

Experienced Cook, Tampa Airport

  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 6 hours ago

The opportunity Delaware North Travel is hiring an experienced full-time Line Cook to join our team at Tampa Airport in Tampa, Florida. As a Line Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a...

Grill Cook

  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 18 hours ago

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

Dishwasher

  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 18 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

  • Palm Harbor, FL (11 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Palm Harbor, FL (11 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 18 hours ago

The Opportunity We are actively seeking a Dishwasher add to our team. As Dishwasher you will be responsible for cleaning dishes in a food service environment to ensure that the kitchen and...

Cook II

  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 20 hours ago

Westmont Hospitality Group Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore Hotel Cook II Job Description JOB SUMMARY Responsible for maintaining, setting up, food production and quality control...

Experienced Cook

  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 20 hours ago

The opportunity Delaware North Travel is hiring an experienced full-time Line Cook to join our team at Tampa Airport in Tampa, Florida. As a Line Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a...

Sous Chef - Staff Meals

  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL (15 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 1 day ago

SOUS CHEF - STAFF MEALS Job Location(s) US-FL-Tampa Seminole Property Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa Position Type Full Time Shift Varies Category Food & Beverage - Culinary Requisition...

Team Member : Food Champion

  • Land O Lakes, FL (8 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Land O Lakes, FL (8 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 1 day ago

You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business...

Food Service Worker - MacDill Starbucks

  • Macdill AFB, FL (20 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Macdill AFB, FL (20 miles from Odessa, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Under designated supervision, prepares and serves simple foods and beverages. May operate an oven, deep-fat fryer, or other kitchen equipment in a situation where set procedures...

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Odessa, 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 Odessa, FL 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 Odessa, 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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