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.

1-15 of 41 Jobs

Cook

  • Marshalltown, IA (24 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marshalltown, IA (24 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 1 day ago

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

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...

Food Service Worker, Temp- Iowa Veterans Home

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

This is a non-merit temporary position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the...

Food Service Worker II

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

Overview Food Service Worker II Marshalltown Hospital Part-Time; 20 Hours Per Week; 3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Serves as a liaison between the patient, nursing staff and the Food and Nutrition Services...

Hy-Chi Department Cook

  • Marshalltown, IA (24 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA (24 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 5 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...

Deli Clerk

  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (17 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 5 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...

Cafeteria Worker

  • Grundy Center, IA (20 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Grundy Center, IA (20 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 7 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

  • La Porte City, IA (16 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • La Porte City, IA (16 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 7 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 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA (24 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 12 days ago

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

Cook (Full Time)

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

We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Location : John Deere Engine Works - 3801 West Ridgeway Avenue, Waterloo, IA 50701. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Line Cook

  • Marshalltown, IA (24 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Marshalltown, IA (24 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 15 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 (20 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Tama, IA (20 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 18 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...

Restaurant Line Cook

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

Perkins Restaurant is now hiring Cooks for our Perkins Restaurant in Waterloo. Stop in any time to apply at: 4045 Hammond Ave. - Waterloo Benefits of working for us include: 1. Supportive...

Jimmy John's Crew Member

  • Cedar Falls, IA (21 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (21 miles from Traer, IA)
  • 24 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...

Pastry Chef de Partie University of Northern Iowa

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

If you are a current University of Northern Iowa employee and would like to apply for this position, login to UNI Works and type "Find Jobs" in the search bar to view and apply for open positions....

Demographic Data for Traer, IA

Moving to Traer, IA? Find some basic demographic data about Traer, IA below.


Local
National
2,372
52
Small

Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHospitalityServices curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
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...
On Staff: Combat Staff Masterclass
From a multipurpose tool and a traveling companion to a weapon used to conquer lands and hunting to feed our people, sticks are the foundation to humanity and all that is us.It is a shame to live...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Traer, 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 Traer, IA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.3%
Bachelor's Degree
15.8%
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 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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Kitchen Staff Related Career Advice Articles

Empty glasses hanging in a restaurant
Must-Read Job Search Advice for Restaurant Workers

Learn the ins and outs of how to get a job at a restaurant, including when to turn in your resume, how to present yourself, and how to land the job.

Read article »