Kitchen Staff Jobs in Traer, 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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Kitchen Team Member

  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 10 days ago

Req ID: 460301 Address: 3301 Greyhound Dr. Suite A Waterloo, IA, 50701 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling *...

Sous Chef

  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 2 days ago

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following statements are intended as general examples of the duties of this position and are not all-inclusive for specific positions. Other reasonable duties...

Meat Clerk

  • Marshalltown, IA (24 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA (24 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Baker

  • Cedar Falls, IA (21 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (21 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Must be 18+ - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully...

Overnight Baker

  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Overnight Shifts, Must be 18+ - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce...

Cook

  • Cedar Falls, IA (21 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (21 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 6 days ago

Wash dishes, pots, and pans following Bickford's dishwashing procedure. Follow the Kitchen Daily Task Guide....

Crew Member

  • Marshalltown, IA (24 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA (24 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 7 days ago

What you'll do "Quality is our Recipe" here at Wendy's. Like the fresh ingredients and never frozen beef we use in our recipes, we want our Crew Members to be top quality. We want you to, not only...

Kitchen Staff Substitute

  • Hudson, IA (11 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hudson, IA (11 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 10 days ago

KITCHEN STAFF SUBSTITUTE HUDSON, IA Position Summary Able to perform the essential function of kitchen staff positions on an as-needed basis. Opaa!...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 14 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,...

Restaurant Crewmember - Morning & Lunch Shift

  • Cedar Falls, IA (21 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (21 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 15 days ago

Starting hiring pay: $14 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant team....

Brew Brothers Cook II

  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 16 days ago

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following statements are intended as general examples of the duties of this position and are not all inclusive for specific positions. Other reasonable duties...

Brew Brothers Cook I

  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 16 days ago

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following statements are intended as general examples of the duties of this position and are not all inclusive for specific positions. Other reasonable duties...

Brew Brothers Cook III

  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 16 days ago

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following statements are intended as general examples of the duties of this position and are not all inclusive for specific positions. Other reasonable duties...

Cook

  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 16 days ago

**What you'll be doing:** + Quality and portion control + Food preparation + Creative food presentation + Maintaining kitchen + Ensuring food is stored properly + Following safe food handling policies...

Team Crew Member

  • Cedar Falls, IA (21 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (21 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 16 days ago

REPORTS TO: General Manager/Assistant Manager/Shift Leader Position Summary Statement: The line positions are critical to the daily success of the restaurant. Part of our mission is to serve...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Traer, IA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Traer, IA 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 Traer, 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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