Kitchen Staff Jobs in Independence, KY

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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Line Cook Cocinero De La Linea

  • Cincinnati, OH (17 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (17 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 8 hours ago

Line Cook Fry, Grill, Saute, Steam, Taco The Torchys legacy began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with an idea, a dedicated executive chef, and a food trailer to now operating over 130 restaurants...

Food Service Worker, All-Shifts

  • Erlanger, KY (6 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Erlanger, KY (6 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 10 hours ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is seeking energetic and optimistic team members for the role of Full and Part -time Food Service Workers. We have positions available in this fast-paced...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Alexandria, KY (8 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Alexandria, KY (8 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 10 hours ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for full time and part time COOK positions. Location : BLC Seasons @ Alexandria - 7341 East Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY 41001 Schedule : Full and part time...

Lebanon City Schools: Cafeteria Worker- 5.0 Hours (starting at $17.14/hr)

  • Cincinnati, OH (17 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (17 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 10 hours ago

Position Type: Food Service/ Food Service Worker Date Posted: 6/30/2025 Location: Donovan Elementary School Date Available: 08/18/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled District:   Lebanon City...

Dishwasher

  • Cold Spring, KY (8 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cold Spring, KY (8 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 17 hours ago

Knowledge: Strong knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in a restaurant Relies on experience and good judgment to plan and accomplish goals General knowledge of commercial dishwashing...

Grill Cook

  • Cold Spring, KY (8 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cold Spring, KY (8 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 17 hours ago

preparation so that all items for check are finished at the same time Properly maintain and operate equipment effectively....

Line Cook

  • Cincinnati, OH (17 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (17 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description If you love saying YES and enjoy engaging with the community by leading with ART, 21c Museum Hotels is one of the pioneering examples of bridging the worlds of art and...

Food Service Assistant

  • Florence, KY (6 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Florence, KY (6 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Prepares and sells food and drinks to customers. Pulls and stocks supplies and ingredients, cleans kitchen area and eating area. Provides prompt and courteous member service. For...

Deli Clerk

  • Covington, KY (9 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Covington, KY (9 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Covington, US-KY Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Deli Clerk The role of a Deli Clerk: A Kroger Deli Clerk creates an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service while...

Cook - Machine Operator - 1st Shift

  • Harrison, OH (24 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Harrison, OH (24 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 2 days ago

COOK MACHINE OPERATOR** **REPORTS TO: MANAGER - PRODUCTION** **SHIFT: M-F 5 AM - 5 PM** **PERKS & BENEFITS** **--** **COOK MACHINE OPERATOR** - Top Work Place Winner - Weekly Pay - Free Meal...

Dishwasher

  • Cincinnati, OH (17 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (17 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 2 days ago

Text "BonefishWay" to 30437 to apply now! By texting BonefishWay to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Bonefish Grill. Text HELP for help or .......

Crew Member

  • Cincinnati, OH (17 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (17 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 2 days ago

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the...

Crew Member

  • Cincinnati, OH (17 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (17 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 2 days ago

Working at Dunkin', we support our team members - for your best days, your worst - your every day. Our team members are the ingredients of goodness, and we make certain that we're all in for the...

Cook - Late Night Shift

  • Florence, KY (6 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Florence, KY (6 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 3 days ago

Starting hiring pay at: $15.5 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising...

Restaurant Crewmember - Evening & Late Night Shift

  • Florence, KY (6 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Florence, KY (6 miles from Independence, KY)
  • 3 days ago

Starting hiring pay: $15.5 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...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Independence, KY

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 Independence, KY offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.5%
Bachelor's Degree
15.7%
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 Independence, KY
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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