Kitchen Staff Jobs in Columbus, IN

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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Urgently Hiring! Food Service Worker, 1st Shift, Part-time

  • Columbus, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, IN
  • 1 day ago

Urgently Hiring! Food Service Worker, 1st Shift, Part-time Job Employer Name:SpiderID: 14011137 Location: Columbus, IndianaDate Posted: 6/11/2025 Wage: NegotiableCategory:...

Urgently Hiring! Grill Cook, Full-time

  • Columbus, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, IN
  • 1 day ago

Duties & Responsibilities: Deep fry, grill, and saute meats, fish, vegetables and other foods Observe and test foods being cooked by tasting, smelling and piercing Perform food preparation work for...

Cook

  • Columbus, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, IN
  • 1 day ago

Leads kitchen staff with food preparation, assembling trays, cleaning, and storage of supplies and equipment....

Dishwasher

  • Seymour, IN (16 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seymour, IN (16 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Immediate Opening for a Highly Skilled Dishwasher at Buffalo Wild Wings Are you a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced culinary environment? Do you have a passion for cleanliness and...

Dishwasher - Franklin College IN Chili's

  • Franklin, IN (20 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Franklin, IN (20 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 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...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Columbus, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, IN
  • 2 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,...

AM/PM Cook

  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities: - Must have knowledge of fundamental principles and procedures of food preparation. - Must keep work station clean and organized. - Must be capable of preparing a minimum of 200 covers...

Cook

  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities: - Must have knowledge of fundamental principles and procedures of food preparation. - Must keep work station clean and organized. - Must adhere to hotel/franchise and ZMC Hotels standards...

Kitchen Supervisor

  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Job Summary: Responds to and service guests needs and conducts friendly conversation in the...

Dishwasher, 1st Shift, Part-time

  • Columbus, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, IN
  • 3 days ago

work Ability to exert continuous physical effort including frequent bending, walking and lifting Previous dishwashing experience preferred Superior customer service standards Ability to maintain a...

Crew Member

  • Seymour, IN (16 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seymour, IN (16 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 4 days ago

We are looking for the next ROCK STAR to join our family at Jimmy John's!!! Real people serving awesome sandwiches to real people in 30 seconds or less, and assisting in customers receiving...

Food Service Worker, 1st Shift, On-Call

  • Seymour, IN (16 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Seymour, IN (16 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Food Service Worker, 1st Shift, On-Call. This position is scheduled Monday through...

Baker

  • Columbus, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbus, IN
  • 6 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....

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Franklin, IN (20 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Franklin, IN (20 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 6 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....

Dishwasher at Senior Living Community

  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bloomington, IN (23 miles from Columbus, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Assist with basic food preparation and kitchen setup as needed. Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards....

Demographic Data for Columbus, IN

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Columbus, IN

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 Columbus, IN 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 Columbus, IN
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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