Kitchen Staff Jobs in Idaho

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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SouthFork Lodge

Head Chef

Head Chef – Southfork Lodge Location: Lowman, Idaho Type: Full-Time (3.5-day on-site rotation with private room) Compensation: Competitive salary + paid 40-hour work week + staff-wide bonus...

Food Service Worker (Theater)

  • Mountain Home AFB, ID
  • 13 hours ago
  • Mountain Home AFB, ID
  • 13 hours ago

at Air Combat Command in Mountain Home AFB, Idaho, United States Job Description Summary About the position: This position will be assigned to the Gunfighter Theater located at Mountain Home AFB....

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Boise, ID
  • 18 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 18 hours ago

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member Chuck E Cheese 401(k) United States, Idaho, Boise 6255 Fairview Avenue (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around great...

Food Service Utility (Full Time)

  • Boise, ID
  • 19 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 19 hours ago

FOOD SERVICE UTILITY (FULL TIME) Eurest - 3.5 Boise, ID Job Details Full-time $20 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible...

Part Time Breakfast Cook - Limelight Ketchum

  • Ketchum, ID
  • 22 hours ago
  • Ketchum, ID
  • 22 hours ago

preparation experience preferred Simple sauce and dressing knowledge preferred Additional Information Work Environment & Physical Demands Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk or be on your...

Food Service Associate (nomnom Thain Part-Time)

  • Lewiston, ID
  • 23 hours ago
  • Lewiston, ID
  • 23 hours ago

Primary Job Responsibilities: Cashier duties, including accurately ringing up customers and taking various forms of payment Answering questions about the food items offered Food preparation Adhering...

Food Service Associate (nomnom Grangeville Part-Time)

  • Grangeville, ID
  • 23 hours ago
  • Grangeville, ID
  • 23 hours ago

Primary Job Responsibilities: Cashier duties, including accurately ringing up customers and taking various forms of payment Answering questions about the food items offered Food preparation Adhering...

Food Service Associate (nomnom Southway Part-Time)

  • Lewiston, ID
  • 23 hours ago
  • Lewiston, ID
  • 23 hours ago

Primary Job Responsibilities: Cashier duties, including accurately ringing up customers and taking various forms of payment Answering questions about the food items offered Food preparation Adhering...

Line Cook

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 1 day ago

Line CookLine Cook Range: $16.03-$19.33 Red Robin isnt your typical burger restaurant. Were a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun! Line Cook :...

Cook

  • Sandpoint, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Sandpoint, ID
  • 1 day ago

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements High school graduate or equivalent One (1) year experience in food preparation preferred Experience in preparing and cooking food in large quantities...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Meridian, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 1 day ago

Requirement : Previous grill and prep cooking experience is preferred. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available Pay Range : $20.00 per hour to $22.00 per hour We Make Applying Easy!...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time)

  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago

Location: Boise State We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER position. Address : Boise State - 1910 W University Drive, Boise, ID 83725. Note: online applications...

Food Service Associate (nomnom Southway Part-Tim

  • Lewiston, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Lewiston, ID
  • 1 day ago

Primary Job Responsibilities: Cashier duties, including accurately ringing up customers and taking various forms of payment Answering questions about the food items offered Food preparation Adhering...

Deli Clerk

  • Post Falls, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Post Falls, ID
  • 1 day ago

Deli clerks are responsible for preparing, slicing, wrapping, weighing, pricing, and merchandising the department's deli products. Deli products include deli meats, cheeses, salads, sandwiches,...

Meat Clerk

  • Post Falls, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Post Falls, ID
  • 1 day ago

Meat Clerk Meat clerks are responsible for keeping the pre-packaged meat section well stocked and orderly in appearance. Meat clerks will order and unload product, stock shelves and build...

Demographic Data for Idaho

Moving to Idaho? Find some basic demographic data about Idaho below.


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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Idaho

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 Idaho offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.6%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
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 Idaho
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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