Kitchen Staff Jobs in Marshalltown, IA

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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Elementary Kitchen Staff

  • Tama, IA (19 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tama, IA (19 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Will help prepare lunch for the students every day, also help in stocking, cleaning, and prepping.

Cook 1 - Iowa Veterans Home

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 5 days ago

The Iowa Veterans Home is now accepting applications to fill Cook 1 positions. This position will serve as the backup to the Cook 2. The successful candidate will cut, chop, dice and prepare food...

Food Service Associate PRN

  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 16 days ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Food Preparation and Assembly: This includes preparing and assembling meals, trays, and nourishments according to dietary needs and...

Culinary Assistant

  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 17 days ago

Newton Village, a Cassia community, is hiring Culinary Assistants to join our culinary team! This is a great opportunity for those seeking entry-level work or looking to grow and develop their...

Hy-Chi Department Cook

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 17 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 17 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Night & Weekend Shifts Required - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a...

Cook 1

  • Eldora, IA (21 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Eldora, IA (21 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 18 days ago

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, Bureau of State Training School (STS) is seeking a Cook 1 to join our team! This is a full-time...

Cafeteria Worker

  • Grundy Center, IA (22 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Grundy Center, IA (22 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 19 days ago

Cafeteria Worker TeachIowa Grundy Center Comm School District - Grundy Centere, Iowa This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs Job Details Job ID:5269241...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Ira, IA (24 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Ira, IA (24 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 19 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 Staff

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 24 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 24 days ago

Job Description: Wayward Social is looking for a reliable, motivated Kitchen Staff member to join our team!...

Cook

  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Newton, IA (23 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 25 days ago

At KFC, we're proud to serve more than just delicious food - we serve moments that matter. We're in the business of making people's day, one bucket at a time. Our meals bring comfort, our service...

Line Cook

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 27 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 27 days ago

Thrive Restaurant Group is a family-owned restaurant company that's been in business for over 50 years, and we're looking for the next member of our family. We are committed to making a difference...

Lucky's Cook

  • Tama, IA (19 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tama, IA (19 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Starting Pay Rate: Shift Differential: For hours worked 4pm - 12 am ($.50/hour) or 12am - 8am ($1.00/hour) Full-time opportunities available! Full-time positions offer generous benefit package...

Jimmy John's Crew Member

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 30+ days ago

This is a story about growing up but never getting old. Since day-one when our founder, Jimmy, opened his first Jimmy John's sandwich shop, we've had the determination and badassery to settle for...

Baker

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 30+ days ago

Baker Bakers are responsible for delivering great guest experiences. They prepare products according to operational and quality standards, and serve them with enthusiasm in a clean environment....

Cook

  • Tama, IA (19 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tama, IA (19 miles from Marshalltown, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

Shift Differential: For hours worked 4pm - 12 am ($.50/hour) or 12am - 8am ($1.00/hour) Full-time opportunities available! Full-time positions offer generous benefit package including Health Plan...

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
This seminar is designed to be an experimental and hands-on approach to applied chemistry (as seen in cooking). Cooking may be the oldest and most widespread application of chemistry and recipes...
Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS
The health and wellbeing of NHS staff is essential to the quality of care provided to patients, service users and communities. The Covid-19 pandemic placed unprecedented pressures on the health...
Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Vaccine Trained Staff)
This two-week course will help you gain an understanding of why vaccines can help protect the health of those living or working in prisons and those around them. Whats more, youll develop the...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Marshalltown, IA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Marshalltown, IA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.2%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.4%
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 Marshalltown, IA
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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