Kitchen Staff Jobs in Osceola, 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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Food Service Assistant, - PT Evening

  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000...

Cook - Flexible Schedule

  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 6 days ago

Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment Attends work and shows...

Grill Cook

  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 6 days ago

Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment Attends work and shows...

Dishwasher Dishwasher

  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 6 days ago

Dishwasher Sodexo 3.2 ( ) Indianola, IA Why you should apply for a job to Sodexo : 4/5 in supportive management Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members. See all reviews #...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 13 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station May support management in...

Lead Cook

  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 13 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station May support management in...

Dishwasher

  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 13 days ago

Location Name: SIMPSON COLLEGE - 10395001 Location ID: 10395001 Dishwasher Location: SIMPSON COLLEGE - 10395001 Workdays/shifts : Mornings - varying days, and some weekends/holidays. More details...

Hiring KITCHEN HELP FOR HINTERLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL

  • Saint Charles, IA (18 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Saint Charles, IA (18 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 14 days ago

un Hiring KITCHEN HELP FOR HINTERLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL (Saint Charles) image 1 of 8 compensation: $15/hr plus tip Friday 8/1- Sunday 8/3 $15/hour plus tip Hiring cashiers, cooks, prep cooks,...

Food Service Worker

  • Truro, IA (12 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Truro, IA (12 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 23 days ago

Food Service Worker TeachIowa Interstate 35 Comm School District - Truro, Iowa This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs Job Details Job ID:5264841 Application...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Prole, IA (23 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Prole, IA (23 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 23 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,...

Cook (Full-Time)

  • Osceola, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Osceola, IA
  • 30+ days ago

At Lakeside, we are a personable, loyal, and friendly company that connects with our customers and employees. Every employee is committed to enhancing our guests' satisfaction by building upon our...

Jimmy John's Crew Member

  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, 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...

Dishwasher

  • Osceola, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Osceola, IA
  • 30+ days ago

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES ( Other duties may be assigned): Clean and sanitize dishes, pots, pans, trays, and kitchen equipment using hand or dishwashing machines....

CA / Cook

  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Osceola, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

About the Company: There are jobs - and then there are careers. At Jaybird Senior Living, we offer team members the chance to do the kind of work that is meaningful and makes a difference every...

Demographic Data for Osceola, IA

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Osceola, IA

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 Osceola, IA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.1%
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
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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