Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lexington, 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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Kitchen Utility Worker

  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Also includes cleaning the dishwashing area, food- serving areas and equipment, dining room tables and chairs and vacuum and clean the dining room area....

Crew Member - 4043

  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The pay for this position starts at $16.00/hour +Tips +Bonus Five Guys Burgers and Fries is interviewing for crew members. Ranked #1 burger in America not only for our delicious food but also for...

Dishwasher Utility (part-time)

  • Bloomington, IL (13 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bloomington, IL (13 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Assist kitchen staff as needed in other tasks and functions Perform other duties as assigned. Physical and Sensory Requirements: Requires mobility to stand and walk extensively during shift....

Grill Cook

  • Bloomington, IL (13 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bloomington, IL (13 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Pay Range $14 - $18 per hour depending on geographic location and local market demand Early Close / No late nights Great Work Life Balance Career Growth Opportunities Excellent Benefits including...

Line Cook

  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Overview The Line Cook/Grill prepares appetizing food using recipes created by Carle Health for Carle visitors and employees. Provides fast and courteous service to all customers while keeping a...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Bloomington, IL (13 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bloomington, IL (13 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Senior Cook Location: ILLINOIS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY - 55267003 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview...

Baker

  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 8 days ago

At Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the wayyou're in the right spot....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Roanoke, IL (24 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Roanoke, IL (24 miles from Lexington, 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,...

Restaurant Crewmember - Evening & Late Night Shift

  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Starting hiring pay: $16 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant team....

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 16 days ago

At Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the wayyou're in the right spot....

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Bloomington, IL (13 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bloomington, IL (13 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Food Service Worker - El Paso - Gridley JHS School Nutrition

  • Gridley, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Gridley, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 16 days ago

School Food Service Worker - Fuel the Future! Monday-Friday (No Nights or Weekends!) Do you love working with kids and want a job that fits your schedule? Join our school nutrition team as a Food...

Server Assistant - Busser

  • Bloomington, IL (13 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bloomington, IL (13 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 16 days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. Were about loving what youre doing today and preparing you...

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Seasonal)

  • Bloomington, IL (13 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Bloomington, IL (13 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Helps prepare foods such as meats, vegetables, baked goods and desserts. Also helps prepare catering orders. Performs cashier duties using the POS system....

Crew Member

  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Normal, IL (8 miles from Lexington, IL)
  • 22 days ago

"You are applying for work with Pizza Masters of Illinois, a franchisee of Papa Murphy's, not Papa Murphy's International, Inc., or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lexington, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Lexington, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.3%
Bachelor's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.4%
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 Lexington, 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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