Kitchen Staff Jobs in South Bend, 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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Kitchen Team Member

  • Union, MI (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Union, MI (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Req ID: 460773 Address: 3443 W. Maumee Street Angola, IN, 46703 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Crew Member

  • South Bend, IN
  • 9 hours ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 9 hours ago

PAT IS $16 TO $20 AN HOUR WITH TIPS INCLUDED Jersey Mike's Subs has been making amazing subs since 1956 in Point Pleasant New Jersey! The Jersey Mikes tradition was founded on a strong sense of...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Mishawaka, IN (6 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (6 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member Chuck E Cheese 401(k) United States, Indiana, Mishawaka 822 West McKinley Avenue (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 At CEC Entertainment, we build careers...

Specialty Cook 2 - Buffet

  • South Bend, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 1 day ago

SUMMARY: Responsible for multiple culinary work stations within a cuisine-specific venue, ensuring the efficiency of the line and kitchen operation on a scheduled shift in accordance with...

Cook 1 - Buffet

  • South Bend, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 2 days ago

SUMMARY: Responsible for achieving all standards for basic food preparation and cooking....

NPUSC 1/2 Time Food Service Worker

  • New Carlisle, IN (12 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Carlisle, IN (12 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Food Service Date Posted: 6/11/2025 Location: All Schools   Additional Information: Show/Hide There are 2 openings for a 1/2 time Food Service Worker. The Food Service...

NPHS Full-Time Food Service Worker

  • New Carlisle, IN (12 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Carlisle, IN (12 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Food Service Date Posted: 6/11/2025 Location: All Schools   Additional Information: Show/Hide There is an opening for a Full-Time Food Service Worker at New Prairie United...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Mishawaka, IN (6 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (6 miles from South Bend, 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 - Join Today

  • Notre Dame, IN (2 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Notre Dame, IN (2 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Food Service Worker Location: HOLY CROSS HOUSE - 45739001 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings - varying days, and rotating weekends. More details will be provided during the interview process....

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Mishawaka, IN (6 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (6 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Food Service Worker

  • Notre Dame, IN (2 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Notre Dame, IN (2 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Location Name: HOLY CROSS HOUSE - 45739001 Location ID: 45739001 Food Service Worker Location: HOLY CROSS HOUSE - 45739001 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings - varying days, and rotating...

Dishwasher

  • Elkhart, IN (14 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN (14 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 4 days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like... Care beyond the table At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. It's an...

Crew Member

  • Elkhart, IN (14 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN (14 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 4 days ago

In-Store Crew Members are part of an Inshop tipping pool that is included on the employee's biweekly paycheck. Group 120 Inc. dba Jimmy's John's is a fast paced, high energy workplace. We are...

Cook 2 - Edgewater Cafe

  • South Bend, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 4 days ago

SUMMARY: Responsible for multiple culinary work stations, ensuring the efficiency of the line and kitchen operation on a scheduled shift in accordance with specifications and standards. ESSENTIAL...

Line Cook

  • Granger, IN (7 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Granger, IN (7 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 5 days ago

7225 Heritage Square Dr, Granger, IN, USA, Granger, IN, US Uptown Kitchen has exciting openings for Line Cooks! As the "center of the action," you will have the opportunity to show off your skills...

Demographic Data for South Bend, IN

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in South Bend, 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 South Bend, 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 South Bend, 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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