Kitchen Staff Jobs in Amite, LA

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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Crew Member

  • Kentwood, LA (11 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Kentwood, LA (11 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 5 hours ago

THIS IS A FRANCHISE POSITION Fun. Flexible hours. Great pay. Fantastic people. Professional fulfillment. That uniquely cool SONIC uniform. Can this possibly get any better? YES IT CAN! Like a...

Cook

  • Clinton, LA (24 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clinton, LA (24 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 1 day ago

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions....

Line Cook - Denham Springs Chili's

  • Denham Springs, LA (22 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denham Springs, LA (22 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Food Service Assistant

  • Independence, LA (7 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Independence, LA (7 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 3 days ago

Nature of Work To ensure support for the food Service team in the areas of food preparation dishwashing, clean-up, kitchen and sanitation....

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew

  • Denham Springs, LA (22 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Denham Springs, LA (22 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 9 days ago

preparation and cooking equipment Maintain product levels in assigned stations in order to be prepared for immediate needs Prepare and cook food items according to company standards Accurately assemble...

Cook (Full-Time) - Restaurant Crew

  • Denham Springs, LA (22 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Denham Springs, LA (22 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 9 days ago

preparation and cooking equipment Maintain product levels in assigned stations in order to be prepared for immediate needs Prepare and cook food items according to company standards Accurately assemble...

Line Cook - Hammond Chili's

  • Hammond, LA (15 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hammond, LA (15 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 9 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Hammond, LA (15 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hammond, LA (15 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 11 days ago

Lead Cook Location: NORTH OAKS MEDICAL CENTER - 19778001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process....

Lead Cook

  • Hammond, LA (15 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hammond, LA (15 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 11 days ago

Location Name: NORTH OAKS MEDICAL CENTER - 19778001 Location ID: 19778001 Lead Cook Location: NORTH OAKS MEDICAL CENTER - 19778001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability...

Cook - Restaurant Crew Member

  • Denham Springs, LA (22 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Denham Springs, LA (22 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 12 days ago

preparation and cooking equipment Maintain product levels in assigned stations in order to be prepared for immediate needs Prepare and cook food items according to company standards Accurately assemble...

Cook - Flexible Hours

  • Denham Springs, LA (22 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Denham Springs, LA (22 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 12 days ago

preparation and cooking equipment Maintain product levels in assigned stations in order to be prepared for immediate needs Prepare and cook food items according to company standards Accurately assemble...

Cashier (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew

  • Denham Springs, LA (22 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Denham Springs, LA (22 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 12 days ago

As the team at Zaxbys expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxbys is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and enjoy great food. To our...

Crew Member

  • Hammond, LA (15 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hammond, LA (15 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 14 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...

Deli Clerk

  • Hammond, LA (15 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hammond, LA (15 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 15 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

Cook

  • Hammond, LA (15 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hammond, LA (15 miles from Amite, LA)
  • 15 days ago

In this role, you will use Cracker Barrels recipes and methods of food preparation to whip up our full menu of homestyle favorites....

Demographic Data for Amite, LA

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Amite, LA

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 Amite, LA 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 Amite, LA
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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