Kitchen Staff Jobs in Sherman, 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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Line Cook

  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Restaurant Crewmember - Dinner/Close Shift

  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 1 day 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....

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member Chuck E Cheese 401(k) United States, Illinois, Springfield 2369 South MacArthur Boulevard (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 At CEC Entertainment, we build...

Line Cook - Springfield Chili's

  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Dishwasher - Springfield Chili's

  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Dietary Cook

  • Chatham, IL (18 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chatham, IL (18 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care is a leading operator of assisted living, and memory care communities in more than 25 locations in Illinois, Indiana, and Florida. We are...

Market Grille Cook

  • Mason City, IL (21 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mason City, IL (21 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Baker

  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 3 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,...

Kitchen Team Member

  • Williamsville, IL (4 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Williamsville, IL (4 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Req ID: 462674 Address: 991 Ann Rutledge Rd. Williamsville, IL, 62693 Benefits: * $15.15 - $20.80 p/hr * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off *...

Prep Cook

  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 9 days ago

The Cooper's Hawk Prep Cook plays an integral role in the creation and execution of our menu items, by preparing a variety of cold and hot food items and ensuring consistency in each of our...

Cook

  • Mason City, IL (21 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Mason City, IL (21 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Cook Mason City Area Nursing Home Mason City, IL Pay Maximum: 20 Pay Minimum: 18 Pay Rate: Hourly Full Time Opening - Various Shifts Available! Will be scheduled some weekends. We are currently...

Team Member / Crew Member - IL

  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Team Member Opportunity Awaits! Carrols owns and operates more than 1,000 Burger King Restaurants, and we need great people on our team! As a Team Member, you will become an important member of a...

Dishwasher

  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Key Responsibilities The Opportunity We are actively seeking a Dishwasher add to our team. As Dishwasher you will be responsible for cleaning dishes in a food service environment to ensure that...

Cook

  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Springfield, IL (8 miles from Sherman, IL)
  • 12 days ago

SUMMARY: The position of cook regardless of race, creed, or disability has the responsibility of preparing one-half to two thirds of the child’s daily nutritional requirements in the classroom. It...

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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