Kitchen Staff Jobs in Michigan

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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Tin Tusks

Head Chef

Company: Tin Tusks Taqueria Location: Howell, MI 48843 Work Style: On-site Salary: Potential $50,000.00 per year Do you love making delicious Mexican food? Tin Tusks Taqueria is looking for a Head...

MillerKnoll

Cook- Food Service

You'll work with the team to provide customers an excellent dining experience by contributing to food preparation, attention to detail, and ensuring freshness of products....

PM Cook

  • Commerce Township, MI
  • 20 days ago
  • Commerce Township, MI
  • 20 days ago

Resort Lifestyle Communities is accepting applications for a Cook to provide resort-style food from scratch while developing strong, positive, and lasting relationships with our residents and...

Meat Clerk

  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 7 hours ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, youre provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Cook

  • Leonard, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Leonard, MI
  • 7 hours ago

preparation, serving, and kitchen procedures Must be able to properly lift at least 50 pounds from ground level to countertop, bend, reach, stand on feet for long periods (12+ hours) and withstand...

Meat Clerk Full Time

  • Chesterfield, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chesterfield, MI
  • 7 hours ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Cook II - MGM Grand Detroit

  • Detroit, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 7 hours ago

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Grand Blanc, MI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Grand Blanc, MI
  • 8 hours ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: SALAD & SANDWICH MAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything...

Baker

  • Lansing, MI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 8 hours ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: BAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible to earn...

Food Service Worker Part-time

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 11 hours ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Food Service Worker, Part-time. This position is scheduled daytime hours weekdays only...

Food Service Worker

  • Allegan, MI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Allegan, MI
  • 11 hours ago

Position Type: Food Service Date Posted: 4/29/2025 Location: Sycamore Elementary School Closing Date: until filled District:   Hopkins Public Schools    Attachment(s): Kitchen Worker -...

Food Service Worker

  • Martin, MI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Martin, MI
  • 11 hours ago

Position Type: Food Service Date Posted: 4/29/2025 Location: Sycamore Elementary School Closing Date: until filled District:   Hopkins Public Schools    Attachment(s): Kitchen Worker -...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Mount Clemens, MI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mount Clemens, MI
  • 11 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Mclaren Macomb - 1000 Harrington Boulevard, Mount Clemens, MI 48043. Note: online applications accepted only....

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Mesick, MI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mesick, MI
  • 11 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Mesick Consolidated Schools - 581 South Clark Street, Mesick, MI 49668. Note: online applications accepted only....

Cook

  • Holland, MI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Holland, MI
  • 11 hours ago

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

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Michigan

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 Michigan offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.9%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Michigan
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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