Kitchen Staff Jobs in Geneva, 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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Food Service Worker - Food & Nutrition, Part-time, Evenings

  • Huntley, IL (21 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Huntley, IL (21 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Take Room Service orders including employee/patient/family initiated orders and those patients needing assistance. Complete tray assembly....

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station Attends work and shows for...

Food Service Worker - Hiring Now

  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: WILLIAM RAINEY HARPER COLLEGE - 42335002 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Cook - Flexible Schedule

  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment Attends work and shows...

Food Service Worker - Join Today

  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Food Service Worker Location: WILLIAM RAINEY HARPER COLLEGE - 42335001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Dishwasher

  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Dishwasher **Location:** WILLIAM RAINEY HARPER COLLEGE - 42335001 **Workdays/shifts** **_:_** Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Crew Member

  • Romeoville, IL (20 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Romeoville, IL (20 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD** Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the...

Part-Time Food Service Worker

  • Aurora, IL (7 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (7 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Part-Time Food Service Worker** **Job Reference Number:** 31519 **Employment Type:** Part-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Education **Brand:** Lexington-Independents **State:** Illinois (US-IL)...

Cook

  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

. + Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items + May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station + Attends work and...

Prep Cook

  • Aurora, IL (7 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (7 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

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Food Service Worker

  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Food Service Worker **Location:** WILLIAM RAINEY HARPER COLLEGE - 42335001 **Workdays/shifts** **_:_** Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided...

Food Prep Helper

  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Food Prep Helper **Location:** WILLIAM RAINEY HARPER COLLEGE - 42335001 **Workdays/shifts** **_:_** Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during...

Food Service Worker

  • Aurora, IL (7 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (7 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Food Service Worker** **Job Reference Number:** 31517 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Education **Brand:** Lexington-Independents **State:** Illinois (US-IL) **The Role at...

Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker **Location:** WILLIAM RAINEY HARPER COLLEGE - 42335002 **Workdays/shifts** **_:_** Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be...

Grill Cook

  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL (22 miles from Geneva, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

. + Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) + May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment + Attends work...

Demographic Data for Geneva, IL

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Geneva, 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 Geneva, IL 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 Geneva, 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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