Kitchen Staff Jobs in Westland, MI

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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Chef / Line Cook

Your expertise in knife skills, grilling, frying, baking, and food preparation will be essential in creating our diverse locally sourced & plant-based scratch kitchen menus....

Cook

  • Milford, MI (22 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milford, MI (22 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Grocery Line Cook

  • Ann Arbor, MI (24 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (24 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 2 hours ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Part Time Seasonal

  • Birmingham, MI (16 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Birmingham, MI (16 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 2 hours ago

Performs all duties related to dishwashing and maintaining general cleanliness of the kitchen area....

Sous Chef

  • Farmington, MI (12 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Farmington, MI (12 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 3 hours ago

NOW HIRING: Sous Chef** *MI.MOSA Eats & Drinks Downtown Farmington, MI* MI.MOSA is seeking an experienced and motivated **Sous Chef** to join our culinary leadership team. Were a fast-paced,...

Weekend Dishwasher

  • Farmington, MI (12 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Farmington, MI (12 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 3 hours ago

NOW HIRING: Dishwasher *MI.MOSA Eats & Drinks Downtown Farmington, MI* Were looking for a dependable, hard-working **Dishwasher** to join our fast-paced kitchen team at MI.MOSA, a vibrant,...

(USA) Baker / Packager

  • Southfield, MI (12 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Southfield, MI (12 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 4 hours 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,...

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time

  • Ann Arbor, MI (24 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (24 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 4 hours ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Part Time

  • Ann Arbor, MI (24 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (24 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 4 hours ago

Performs all duties related to dishwashing and maintaining general cleanliness of the kitchen area....

Line Cook

  • Novi, MI (12 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Novi, MI (12 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 13 hours ago

Compensation Range $18.00 - $22.50 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Prep Cook

  • Novi, MI (12 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Novi, MI (12 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 13 hours ago

Compensation Range $17.50 - $21.75 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Dishwasher

  • Novi, MI (12 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Novi, MI (12 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 13 hours ago

Compensation Range $16.50 - $19.00 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Pizza Cook

  • Ann Arbor, MI (24 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (24 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 1 day ago

At California Pizza Kitchen, R.O.C.K.S is our philosophy for a culture that rocks! For over 35 years weve built a culture of Respect, amazing Opportunities, open Communication, acts of Kindness,...

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Dearborn, MI (9 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dearborn, MI (9 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member Chuck E Cheese 401(k) United States, Michigan, Dearborn 24399 Michigan Avenue (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 At CEC Entertainment, we build careers...

Cook, 3rd Shift, Part-time

  • Troy, MI (22 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Troy, MI (22 miles from Westland, MI)
  • 1 day ago

preparation + Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation practices + Exceptional food presentation skills + Familiarity with general kitchen...

Demographic Data for Westland, MI

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Westland, MI

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 Westland, MI offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.6%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
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 Westland, MI
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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