Kitchen Staff Jobs in Shawnee, KS

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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Dishwasher

  • Prairie Village, KS (5 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Prairie Village, KS (5 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 hours ago

Dial is the place to love the way you work. Our team members get the opportunity to serve and learn from some of the most knowledgeable seniors. Our residents will become your family as we seek to...

Prep Cook

  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 3 hours ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Olathe, KS (12 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Olathe, KS (12 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 4 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Location : TVH - 16355 South Lone Elm Road, Olathe, KS 66062. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time schedule....

Dishwasher

  • Overland Park, KS (4 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (4 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 4 hours ago

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Cook

  • Overland Park, KS (4 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (4 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 4 hours ago

Job Details Job Location : Overland Kansas, KS Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Any Description The Cook prepares and serves nutritious, attractive meals and...

Food Service Worker

  • Lees Summit, MO (19 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lees Summit, MO (19 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 10 hours ago

The Opportunity : Saint Lukes East in Lee's Summit is currently looking for a food service worker to quickly and efficiently provide excellent customer service to our patients and their families....

Food Service Worker - Part Time

  • Lees Summit, MO (19 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lees Summit, MO (19 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 10 hours ago

The Opportunity : Saint Lukes East in Lee's Summit is currently looking for a food service worker to quickly and efficiently provide excellent customer service to our patients and their families....

Food Service Worker (Full And Part Time)

  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (7 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 11 hours ago

Unidine Unidine is hiring immediately for a full and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location: St. Luke's Bishop Spencer Place - 4301 Madison Ave. Kansas City, MO 64111 Schedule: Full and...

Dishwasher (Full Time)

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 18 hours ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Scrapes and rinses food from dirty dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment...

Meat Clerk

  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day 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...

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Liberty, MO (23 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Liberty, MO (23 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for full time SOUS CHEF positions. Location : William Jewell College - 500 College Hill, Liberty, MO 64068. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Station Chef

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 1 day ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Deli Clerk

  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (15 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 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...

Hy-Chi Department Cook

  • Lees Summit, MO (19 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO (19 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 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...

Cook - Courtyard Restaurant, PT

  • Lees Summit, MO (19 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO (19 miles from Shawnee, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Part-Time, 40 hours per pay period In our Courtyard Cafe Monday-Saturday 10a-8p (varied days) Sunday 10a-3p $15.50/hour+ depending upon experience Previous line cook experience needed As a member...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Shawnee, KS

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Shawnee, KS 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 Shawnee, KS
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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