Kitchen Staff Jobs in Caldwell, ID

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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Crew Member

  • McDonald's
  • Garden City, ID (20 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Garden City, ID (20 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Benefits Starting Wage $15.00 Paid Time Off Flexible Scheduling Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow Free Meals and Uniforms Education assistance available, ESL classes, and GED assistance See a day...

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Deli Clerk

  • Albertsons
  • Kuna, ID (24 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Kuna, ID (24 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 16 hours ago

Click here to see - A Day in the Life - Deli Clerk A Day in the Life: As a Deli Clerk, no one day is ever the same. You are someone who prides themselves on exceptional customer service and their...

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Food Service Assistant

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Nampa, ID (5 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nampa, ID (5 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 1 day ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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DISHWASHER (FULL and PART TIME)

  • Compass Group
  • Boise, ID (22 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boise, ID (22 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Scrapes and rinses food from dirty dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment...

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Dishwasher

  • North Italia
  • Meridian, ID (13 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 2 days ago
  • Meridian, ID (13 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 2 days ago

Compensation Range $16.00 - $19.00 / Hour Overview Dishwashers - solid pay with room to grow! North Italia is offering: Flexible scheduling, consistent hours Health benefits including medical,...

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Dishwasher

  • Red Lobster
  • Boise, ID (22 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boise, ID (22 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Why You Want to Work Here: We offer weekly pay and competitive wages Flexible scheduling Options for medical, dental and vision starting at less than $10/week Life insurance, short-term...

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Deli Clerk

  • Albertsons Companies
  • Eagle, ID (14 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 4 days ago
  • Eagle, ID (14 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 4 days ago

see - A Day in the Life - Deli Clerk A Day in the Life: As a Deli Clerk, no one day is ever the same. You are someone who prides themselves on exceptional customer service and their knowledge of...

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Cook - Evening & Late Night Shift

  • Raising Cane's
  • Meridian, ID (13 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 4 days ago
  • Meridian, ID (13 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 4 days ago

Starting hiring pay at: $ 15.00 As a Cook at Raising Canes, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising...

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Dishwasher, Food & Beverage

  • J.F. Shea
  • Kuna, ID (24 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kuna, ID (24 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 7 days ago

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Keep dishwashing area clean and orderly; understand the importance of food safety and sanitation in the dishwashing process....

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Dishwasher

  • at Cracker Barrel in Nampa, Idaho, United States
  • Nampa, ID (5 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 8 days ago
  • Nampa, ID (5 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 8 days ago

at Cracker Barrel in Nampa, Idaho, United States Job Description They say you are the company you keep - and at Cracker Barrel, we take that seriously. Whether you're greeting guests, rolling out...

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Dishwasher

  • at Cracker Barrel in Boise, Idaho, United States
  • Boise, ID (22 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 8 days ago
  • Boise, ID (22 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 8 days ago

at Cracker Barrel in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description They say you are the company you keep - and at Cracker Barrel, we take that seriously. Whether you're greeting guests, rolling out...

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Crew Member

  • Sonic Drive-In
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 11 days ago
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 11 days ago

Fun. Flexible hours. Great pay. Fantastic people. Professional fulfillment. That uniquely cool SONIC uniform. Can this possibly get any better? YES IT CAN! Like a Chili Cheese Coney, the SONIC...

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Cook

  • Sonic Drive-In
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 11 days ago
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 11 days ago

Cook tasks in the restaurant may include: Preparing and cooking food orders to meet product quality standards Food preparation and portioning Cooking on the grill Operating the fry station Dressing...

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92G Food Service Specialist

  • Army National Guard
  • Boise, ID (22 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boise, ID (22 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 12 days ago

It takes energy to keep the Army National Guard marching on, and that's where you take the lead. As a Food Service Specialist for the Guard, it's your duty to provide the sustenance your fellow...

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Dishwasher

  • Brookdale Senior Living
  • Boise, ID (22 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boise, ID (22 miles from Caldwell, ID)
  • 12 days ago

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity No Late Nights! Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you...

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Demographic Data for Caldwell, ID

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Caldwell, ID

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 Caldwell, ID offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Some High School
3.7%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Caldwell, ID
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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