Kitchen Staff Jobs in Orange Park, 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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Cook

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 14 days ago

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

Poolside Cafe Cook

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 8 hours ago

Epping Forest Yacht and Country Club 1830 Epping Forest Drive Jacksonville, FL 32217 Yacht Club Managed By Gate Hospitality Group Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook...

Steward

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 8 hours ago

The River Club 1 Independent Drive Suite 3500 Jacksonville, FL 32202 City Club Managed By Gate Hospitality Group Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Full-Time Join...

Utility Worker

  • Starke, FL (23 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Starke, FL (23 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 15 hours ago

Job Summary The Utility Worker is responsible for loading and unloading of raw material/finished product as well as cleanliness of plant and equipment. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Nothing in...

Food Service Worker - Join Today

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 16 hours ago

Food Service Worker Location: EDWARD WATERS UNIVERSITY - 45716001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview...

Food Service Worker - Hiring Immediately

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 16 hours ago

Food Service Worker Location: River Bluff IDEA - 58565001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process....

Cook I - Mansion

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 18 hours ago

Epping Forest Yacht and Country Club 1830 Epping Forest Drive Jacksonville, FL 32217 Yacht Club Managed By Gate Hospitality Group Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook...

Server Assistant - Busser

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 1 day ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Food Service Worker

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Food Service Worker **Location:** River Bluff IDEA - 58565001 **Workdays/shifts** **_:_** Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Deli Baker

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description** Pay Rates Starting between: $13.00 - $17.35 / hour Are you passionate about team building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic...

Part-time AM Breakfast Cook

  • Orange Park, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange Park, FL
  • 1 day ago

Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, servers, and management to coordinate food preparation, cooking times, and service priorities, and ensure smooth operations during peak hours....

Dish Machine Operator/Dishwasher

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Dish Machine Operator/Dishwasher Starting at $13 per hour IHOP Dish Machine Operators (DMO) will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining dishware/utensils for the continued smooth operation of...

KFC Cook

  • Starke, FL (23 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Starke, FL (23 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 3 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

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 3 days 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...

Prep Cook

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Orange Park, FL)
  • 4 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...

Demographic Data for Orange Park, FL

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Orange Park, 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 Orange Park, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.4%
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 Orange Park, 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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