Kitchen Staff Jobs in Kapaa, HI

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 II

  • Waimea, HI (19 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Waimea, HI (19 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 11 hours ago

Company Description Situated on sacred land marked by royal fish ponds, natural lava plains, lush tropical gardens and alluring beaches, Mauna Lani - meaning "mountain reaching heaven," is an...

Bakery Prep Cook & Assistant Baker/Weekend Dishwasher

  • Lawai, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lawai, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 17 hours ago

The Right Slice in Kalaheo is looking to fill a couple of part time kitchen positions! 1. Part Time Weekend Dishwasher No experience needed, we will train. Washing and Sanitizing Dishes, sweeping,...

Merriman's PM Dishwasher

  • Waimea, HI (19 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waimea, HI (19 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 1 day ago

Merriman's Waimea - PM Dishwasher Having a chef as founder and owner of our restaurants makes Merriman's a fantastic kitchen for anyone who loves to Cook and is looking for a career in food...

Head Chef and Sous Chef @ NEW Queens Marketplace Marlin Bar

  • Waimea, HI (19 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waimea, HI (19 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 1 day ago

other certification as required by federal/state/local law You have strong knowledge of food/restaurant service skills - all phases of food production and service, including storage and rotation, food...

Merriman's Kauai Dishwasher

  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 1 day ago

Prior to completing an application at Merriman's please know that we are serious about creating a productive work environment for our staff centered around mutual respect, achievement and our...

Dishwasher

  • Waimea, HI (19 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waimea, HI (19 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 3 days ago

Please click here ( to review our Applicant Privacy Policy. LIVE THE ISLAND LIFE Tommy Bahama is more than just an island inspired brand, it's a lifestyle! Live the Island Life as an ambassador of...

Server Assistant (Busser) - Tidepools Part Time Temporary

  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 3 days ago

Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our Tidepools team as a Server Assistant (Busser) at Grand Hyatt Kauai located in Poipu, Hawaii. The Food Server Assistant (Busser) is...

Merriman's Kauai Line Cook

  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 5 days ago

Having a chef as founder and owner of our restaurants makes Merrimans a fantastic kitchen for anyone who loves to cook and is looking for a career in food service! Not only do we work with the...

Senior Cook (Full Time)

  • Waimea, HI (19 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Waimea, HI (19 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 6 days ago

FISD + We are hiring immediately for a full time SENIOR COOK position. + Location: Hawaii Preparatory Academy - 65-1692 Kohala Mountain Road, Kamuela, HI 96743. Note: online applications accepted...

Sous Chef - Benefits Include Medical, Dental, Vision, Free Room Nights, Paid Time-off and Many More

  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 6 days ago

Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our culinary team as Sous Chef at Grand Hyatt Kauai located in Poipu, Hawaii. At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our...

Kitchen - Cook II

  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 11 days ago

Company Description: Pacific Hospitality Group provides a unique value proposition to investors and team members through our owner/operator approach. We are a family focused company committed to...

Kitchen Help

  • Waimea, HI (19 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Waimea, HI (19 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 15 days ago

un Kitchen Help (Waimea) Island Taco 9643 Kaumualii hwy compensation: 20 an hour to start employment type: experience level: no experience required job title: BOH Help Island Taco is looking for...

Cook 3

  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 19 days ago

Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our Culinary team as a Cook 3 at Grand Hyatt Kauai located in Poipu, Hawaii. An intermediate line cook requires good communication and...

Sous Chef/Chef de Cuisine

  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Koloa, HI (15 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 30+ days ago

Merriman's is hiring a Sous Chef Having a chef as founder and owner of our restaurants makes Merriman’s a fantastic kitchen for anyone who loves to cook and is looking for a career in food...

On-Call Steward

  • Lihue, HI (8 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lihue, HI (8 miles from Kapaa, HI)
  • 30+ days ago

Clean and sanitize the kitchen and food preparation areas. Sweep and mop all kitchen floors and other assigned areas. Collect and properly dispose of trash....

Demographic Data for Kapaa, HI

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
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Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Vaccine Trained Staff)
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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Kapaa, HI

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 Kapaa, HI offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.9%
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 Kapaa, HI
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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