Kitchen Staff Jobs in Anoka, MN

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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Executive Chef

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary The Executive Chef is responsible for supervising and assisting in the preparation of all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Restaurant, Room Service, Employee Cafeteria...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Monticello, MN (18 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Monticello, MN (18 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 45+ days ago

At Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the wayyou're in the right spot....

Cook

  • Minneapolis, MN (21 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (21 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 12 days ago

What you'll be doing: Quality and portion control Food preparation Creative food presentation Maintaining kitchen Ensuring food is stored properly Following safe food handling policies, procedures and...

Dishwasher

  • Minneapolis, MN (21 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (21 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 12 days ago

Dishwasher Job Reference Number: 30717 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Corrections Brand: Summit State: Minnesota (US-MN) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add an enthusiastic,...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Columbus, MN (20 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbus, MN (20 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 45+ days ago

Req ID: 463033 Address: 15402 Hornsby Street NE Columbus, MN, 55025 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling *...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Wyoming, MN (17 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Wyoming, MN (17 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 10 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Polaris - 7290 Viking Blvd, Wyoming, MN 55092 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Crew Member

  • Elk River, MN (8 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Elk River, MN (8 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 13 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...

Culinary Assistant

  • St Louis Park, MN (23 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 13 hours ago
  • St Louis Park, MN (23 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 13 hours ago

resident relations and satisfaction with their meal service Sanitizes equipment, work areas and maintains supplies Assists with meal prep and special events Provides kitchen support when needed with dishwashing...

Cook Fulltime

  • Monticello, MN (18 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Monticello, MN (18 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 16 hours ago

About the Company: There are jobs - and then there are careers. At Jaybird Senior Living, we offer team members the chance to do the kind of work that is meaningful and makes a difference every...

Market Grille Cook

  • New Hope, MN (19 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Hope, MN (19 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

4 hr Food Service Assistant - Centennial High School (East Campus)

  • Circle Pines, MN (16 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Circle Pines, MN (16 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 1 day ago

4 hr Food Service Assistant - Centennial High School (East Campus) JobID: 2811 Position Type: Support Staff/Food Service Worker Date Posted: 6/24/2025 Location: Centennial High School Date...

4 hr Food Service Assistant - Centennial Middle School

  • Circle Pines, MN (16 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Circle Pines, MN (16 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 1 day ago

4 hr Food Service Assistant - Centennial Middle School JobID: 2810 Position Type: Support Staff/Food Service Worker Date Posted: 6/24/2025 Location: Middle School Date Available: August 26, 2025...

Crew Member

  • Monticello, MN (18 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Monticello, MN (18 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 1 day ago

CREW MEMBER MONTICELLO, MN 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...

Part-time Cook

  • Minneapolis, MN (21 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (21 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Part-time Cook The Briar briarbar KITCHEN PART-TIME 17/HR + TIPS MINNEAPOLIS Part-time cook position at a Northeast Minneapolis neighborhood cafe/bar. Flexible hours. Job Description: Greeting...

Cook

  • Hanover, MN (14 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hanover, MN (14 miles from Anoka, MN)
  • 2 days ago

What you'll bring to the table: High School diploma or equivalent 2+ years of experience with food preparation, kitchen safety, and sanitation....

Demographic Data for Anoka, MN

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Anoka, MN

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 Anoka, MN offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.4%
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 Anoka, MN
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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