Kitchen Staff Jobs in Merrillville, 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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Server Assistant - Busser

  • Crown Point, IN (5 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Crown Point, IN (5 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 9 hours 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. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Line Cook - Food Hall

  • East Hazel Crest, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Hazel Crest, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Wind Creek Chicago Southland 17300 S. Halsted East Hazel Crest, IL 60429 252 Room Hotel Casino Managed By Wind Creek Hospitality Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook...

Prep Cook - Steakhouse

  • East Hazel Crest, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Hazel Crest, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Duties And Responsibilities Adheres to company methods of food preparation, cooking, portion control, and garnishing Sharpens and handles various kitchen knives Slices, dices and chops fruits, vegetables...

Line Cook - Steakhouse

  • East Hazel Crest, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Hazel Crest, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Wind Creek Chicago Southland 17300 S. Halsted East Hazel Crest, IL 60429 252 Room Hotel Casino Managed By Wind Creek Hospitality Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook...

Prep Cook - Food Hall

  • East Hazel Crest, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Hazel Crest, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Duties And Responsibilities Adheres to company methods of food preparation, cooking, portion control, and garnishing Sharpens and handles various kitchen knives Slices, dices and chops fruits, vegetables...

Line Cook - Asian Noodle Bar

  • East Hazel Crest, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Hazel Crest, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Wind Creek Chicago Southland 17300 S. Halsted East Hazel Crest, IL 60429 252 Room Hotel Casino Managed By Wind Creek Hospitality Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Calumet City, IL (15 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Calumet City, IL (15 miles from Merrillville, 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,...

Food Service Worker I

  • Gary, IN (7 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gary, IN (7 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Responsible for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing all pots, pans, and utensils using state approved sanitation procedures. Sets up trayline, serves food with proper portion control and...

Cook I - Plum Lounge

  • Gary, IN (7 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Gary, IN (7 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 3 days ago

KNOWLEDGE OF: Food, food product, food preparation, etc. Standard safety and sanitation practices for food and beverage service....

Food Service Worker

  • Hobart, IN (4 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hobart, IN (4 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Under supervision and in accordance with established procedures and standards, performs a variety of tasks associated with Food & Nutrition services to patients, staff and cafeteria patrons....

Cook

  • Olympia Fields, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Olympia Fields, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications: One (1) year job related experience including food preparation in a restaurant, hotel, or other similar environment. High School Diploma/GED....

Line Cook

  • Flossmoor, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Flossmoor, IL (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 4 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Food and Beverage Manager, the Line Cook is responsible for preparing cooked foods and must be able to perform all station functions of fry, flat...

Deli Clerk - Hobart Old Ridge

  • Hobart, IN (4 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hobart, IN (4 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 4 days ago

You will clean and sanitize dishes, food preparation areas, and equipment. In some areas, you may be required to obtain a food handler's certification....

Kitchen Team Member

  • Demotte, IN (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Demotte, IN (19 miles from Merrillville, IN)
  • 4 days ago

Req ID: 460951 Address: 11207 W State Road 10 Demotte, IN, 46310 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Dishwasher - Southlake Chili's

  • Merrillville, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN
  • 5 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...

Demographic Data for Merrillville, IN

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Merrillville, 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 Merrillville, 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 Merrillville, 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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