Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lafayette, 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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Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 13 hours ago
  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 13 hours ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: SALAD & SANDWICH MAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything...

Baker

  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 13 hours ago
  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 13 hours ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: BAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible to earn...

Crew Member

  • Frankfort, IN (23 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Frankfort, IN (23 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 1 day ago

McDonald's provides reasonable accommodations as determined on a case-by-case- basis for qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities upon request. If you need assistance accessing or...

Food Service Team Member

  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Pocha Korean Fast Casual is seeking a dedicated and detail-orientedculinary professional to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for Korean cuisine, a strong commitmentto...

Cook

  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 4 days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY Our Cooks love Trilogy for the stability, meaningful work, and great team. If you're looking to grow as a Cook, Trilogy is where you belong! Hi! We're glad you're thinking about...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 4 days ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for a full time and part time COOK position. Location : University Place - 1700 Lindberg Road, West Lafayette, IN 47906. Note: online applications accepted only....

Pizza Hut Cook

  • Delphi, IN (17 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Delphi, IN (17 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 4 days ago

Cook Benefits Include: -Weekly Pay -Paid Training -Casual Uniforms -Paid Vacation -Flexible Hours -Employee Meal Benefit -Career Growth -Pizza Hut Perks - Discounts for Verizon, AT&T, Firestone,...

Cook - Cary Home - LTC II

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 6 days ago

Working knowledge of principles of sanitary food preparation, and ability to apply such knowledge to preparing large quantities of food....

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 8 days ago

Chartwells K12 We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Lafayette Catholic School System - 2410 South 9th Street, Lafeyette, IN 47909. Note:...

Crew Member

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 8 days 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...

Cook - Dinner/Close Shift

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 11 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 11 days ago

Starting hiring pay at: $15.5 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising...

Dishwasher

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 12 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 12 days ago

Maintain a clean and organized dishwashing area. 2. Kitchen Support: Assist kitchen staff by collecting and returning kitchen tools, pots, and pans to their designated areas....

Cook

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 12 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 12 days ago

Follow food safety guidelines and hygiene standards throughout the food preparation process. 2....

Cook, Prep

  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 13 days ago

Levy Sector Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today! Are you looking for a job with competitive wages, one in...

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 13 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 13 days ago

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names....

Demographic Data for Lafayette, IN

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, IN offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.9%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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