Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lombard, 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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The Fireplace Inn

Grill Cook

We are looking to hire a prep cook who is willing to learn what we do here in our kitchen and is reliable and hard working. The Fireplace Inn is a family owned business who has been in Old Town...

Mockingbird Bar + garden

Sous Chef

Mockingbird is Growing and is now engaging: Sous Chef Bartenders Servers Make an impact in the community one Guest at a time. Join Our Team…. Mockingbird will give you the opportunity to learn...

Crew Member Afternoon Shift - $17 per hour

  • Gilberts, IL (24 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Gilberts, IL (24 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Looking to hire experienced Dunkin crew members for up to $17* per hour for the afternoon shift based on experience & availability! As a Dunkin' franchisee, we are committed to our employees as...

Crew Member Morning Shift - $17 per hour

  • Gilberts, IL (24 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Gilberts, IL (24 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

We are looking for experienced crew members for the morning shift for up to $18* per hour based on previous experience and availability for weekends and to start early morning. As a Dunkin'...

Crew Member

  • Aurora, IL (14 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (14 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Crew Members play a vital role in delivering a great guest experiences. They prepare products according to operational and quality standards, and serve them with enthusiasm in a clean environment....

Cook

  • Downers Grove, IL (4 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (4 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Department: 11903 Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital - Food and Nutrition Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Flexible for day shift...

Sous Chef

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Leading Kitchen Operations Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation....

Dish Washer/Porter

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Organize pot shelves so the same items are stored with the same items and it allows ease of access by the kitchen staff....

Substitute Food Service Worker I

  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Food Service Worker I will have 1-2 years of experience in Food Service; normal instruction in performing tasks; general food preparation, cleaning and serving....

Lead Line Cook

  • Oak Brook, IL (7 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (7 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

House specialties include handmade pastas, gnocchi, ravioli, hot and cold antipasti, brick oven hand-stretched pizzas and house-churned gelato....

Experienced Lead Line Cook

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Saigon Sisters Restaurant Group is on the hunt for a focused and driven Line Cook ready to bring their A-game. We're committed to becoming a standout name in Vietnamese and Thai cuisine, excelling...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Skokie, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Skokie, IL (18 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

In most jobs, everyone doesnt spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, thats just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of...

Cook - Oak Park, IL

  • Oak Park, IL (11 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Oak Park, IL (11 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Cook Position Summary Cooks provide exceptional culinary experiences to our Residents and Guests on a daily basis. Cooks are full-service, hands-on positions that are involved in the daily...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

We have an opening for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Location: Harry Potter Chicago - 676 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611. Note: online applications...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Hinsdale, IL (7 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (7 miles from Lombard, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : UChicago AdventHealth Hinsdale - 120 North Oak Street, Hinsdale, IL 60521. Note: online applications accepted...

Demographic Data for Lombard, IL

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lombard, 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 Lombard, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.1%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Some High School
3.9%
Some College
3.4%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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