Kitchen Staff Jobs in Champaign, IL

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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Dishwasher

  • Urbana, IL (1 mile from Champaign, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Urbana, IL (1 mile from Champaign, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

Overview The Dishwasher will be responsible ware-washing and light janitorial work in the food service department. The Dishwasher will be expected to follow cleaning schedules, perform tasks as...

Cook

  • Champaign, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Responsible for the preparation and cooking of food in the community. Ensure that all meals are prepared and presented according to Company standards. Provide a high level of...

Cook

  • Champaign, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 4 days ago

Cook Skills & Qualifications: Prior experience in food preparation in a scratch kitchen. Must be able to follow recipes, including measuring, weighing and mixing ingredients....

Dishwasher

  • Champaign, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 4 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Champaign - BRI - Champaign, IL Position Type : Part Time Salary Range : $15.00 - $17.00 Hourly Job Shift : Open Availability Description Biaggi's is hiring Dishwashers!...

Full Time 7 Hour Cafeteria Cook Broadmeadow Elementary

  • Champaign, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 4 days ago

Maintain equipment, storage, food preparation and serving areas in a sanitary condition in compliance with current health standards....

Part Time Cook 4 hour - Eastlawn Elementary

  • Champaign, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 4 days ago

Maintain equipment, storage, food preparation and serving areas in a sanitary condition in compliance with current health standards....

Cook at Devonshire KinderCare

  • Champaign, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 7 days ago

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the...

Line Cook - Urgently Hiring. Job in Champaign Gr8Jobs

  • Champaign, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 7 days ago

The Job: As a SONIC Drive-In Crew Member which may include Frozen, Fountain, Expo, or Switchboard your primary responsibility is to provide every guest with a SuperSONIC experience by: Creating...

Baker

  • Champaign, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 8 days ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: BAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible to earn...

Cook - full-time - Kraft cafeteria

  • Champaign, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 12 days ago

Creative Dining Services is looking for a friendly, experienced Cook at the Kraft-Heinz Dining Center in Champaign, IL. The Cook works within the Dining Services Department to ensure that high...

Cook

  • Gifford, IL (17 miles from Champaign, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Gifford, IL (17 miles from Champaign, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Full Time Openings! Competitive Wages Offered! Day Shift and Evening Shift Available! Get more days off with 12 Hour Shifts Offered! We are currently seeking a Cook to provide timely preparation...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Champaign, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 12 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow recipes and wrapping,...

General Cafeteria Worker-Floating Assignment - 8.0 Hours/Day

  • Champaign, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 13 days ago

Position Type: Food Service/ Cafeteria Staff Date Posted: 4/16/2025 Location: O&M - Food Service Date Available: ASAP District:   Champaign Unit 4 School District    Our Mission...

(18yrs+ to apply) Deli Clerk - Savoy

  • Savoy, IL (4 miles from Champaign, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Savoy, IL (4 miles from Champaign, IL)
  • 16 days ago

preparation experience is a plus Works well with others -- is a team player Has a passion for serving customers and working with the public Attention to detail as the position requires working with...

Cook

  • Mahomet, IL (11 miles from Champaign, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Mahomet, IL (11 miles from Champaign, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Job Details Job Location : The Glenwood of Mahomet - Mahomet, IL Position Type : Part Time Salary Range : $17.00 - $17.00 Hourly Description Meridian Senior Living believes that “Everyone Deserves...

Demographic Data for Champaign, IL

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Champaign, IL

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 Champaign, IL 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 Champaign, IL
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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