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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The Enginehouse Bar and Grill

Line cook

sanitation rules Skills You Need: Experience with broiling Know-how in menu planning Skills in cooking pasta Extra Skills That Would Be Great: Good knife skills Eye for plate presentation Experience with sautéing...

General Assembler – Construction and Fabrication MRA is on the move with new clients and new opportunities. We're growing fast and need motivated team members to keep the momentum going. If you’re...

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...

Lead Club Cook, Comerica Park

  • Detroit, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 6 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring seasonal Lead Cooks to join our team at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan. As a Lead Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a visible...

Cook

  • Milford, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Milford, MI
  • 9 days ago

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

Food Service Utility - Multiple Positions

  • Grandville, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Grandville, MI
  • 7 hours ago

preparation and follow operational procedures for efficient and effective food production and service; Must be dependable, good attendance and punctuality; Ability to provide an environment conducive...

Food Service Worker II-Retail

  • Marquette, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Marquette, MI
  • 7 hours ago

Food Service Worker II-Retail Apply now Job no: 494735 Work type: Staff Location: Marquette, MI 49855 Categories: Food Service, Other Position Title: Food Service Worker II-Retail Department:...

Sch Food & Nutrition Cook/Aide

  • Lansing, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 7 hours ago

Round on patients to obtain daily meal orders Takes patient room service orders over the phone or in-person....

Kitchen Utility Worker

  • Flint, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Flint, MI
  • 7 hours ago

Complete assigned food preparation as required. Adhere to standard food safety practices. Assist cooks and wait staff as requested....

Crew Member

  • West Bloomfield, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • West Bloomfield, MI
  • 7 hours 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...

Lead Cook-Washtenaw County

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 8 hours ago

Ability to lead, instruct, and assist with meal preparations including food preparation, baking, cooking, and clean-up....

Crew Member

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 8 hours ago

"You are applying for work with Papa Murphy's Midwest, a franchisee of Papa Murphy's, not Papa Murphy's International, Inc., or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only...

Prep Cook

  • Three Oaks, MI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Three Oaks, MI
  • 12 hours ago

Ability to visually inspect food preparation and read and follow recipes....

Deli Clerk

  • Bay City, MI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bay City, MI
  • 18 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....

Utility Worker

  • Jackson, MI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Jackson, MI
  • 18 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....

Demographic Data for Michigan

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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
45.7%
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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