Kitchen Staff Jobs in Canton, MS

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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Part-Time Cook

  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 4 days ago

The Role at a glance: We are looking to add an experienced Full-Time Cook to work with a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff in our Madison, MS location....

Full-Time Cook

  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 4 days ago

The Role at a glance: We are looking to add an experienced Full-Time Cook to work with a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff in our Madison, MS location....

Full-Time Food Service Worker

  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 30+ days ago

Full-Time Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 30176 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Healthcare Brand: Cura-Hospitality State: Mississippi (US-MS) Why work for Cura Hospitality?...

Food Service Worker

  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 14 hours ago

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 31058 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Education Brand: Lexington-Independents State: Mississippi (US-MS) The Role at a glance: We are looking...

Lead Cook

  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Lead Cook** **Job Reference Number:** 31057 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Education **Brand:** Lexington-Independents **State:** Mississippi (US-MS) **The Role at a...

Cook

  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 1 day 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...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Canton, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Canton, MS
  • 6 days ago

Req ID: 459298 Address: 1545 Peace St. Canton, MS, 39046 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Cook

  • Ridgeland, MS (15 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Ridgeland, MS (15 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities In the role of Cook and member of the Dining Services team, you will be responsible to prepare nutritious, appetizing, and attractive meals for our residents and ensure a smooth,...

Crew Member

  • Ridgeland, MS (15 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 12 days ago
  • Ridgeland, MS (15 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 12 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...

Restaurant Crewmember

  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 13 days ago
  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 13 days ago

Starting hiring pay: $11 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant team....

Dishwasher

  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 17 days ago
  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 17 days ago

WE ARE LONGHORN. Legendary food and service begins with legendary people. We believe in earning the loyalty of our Team Members with our strong, diverse culture, well-done benefits and growth...

Line Cook

  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 18 days ago
  • Madison, MS (9 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 18 days ago

WE ARE LONGHORN. Legendary food and service begins with legendary people. We believe in earning the loyalty of our Team Members with our strong, diverse culture, well-done benefits and growth...

Line / Prep Cook

  • Flowood, MS (21 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 18 days ago
  • Flowood, MS (21 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 18 days ago

Job Description NOW HIRING / IMMEDIATELY HIRING: LINE COOKS & PREP COOKS Part-time or full-time hours at a highly competitive rate of pay. Comprehensive benefits program offered to all team...

Meat/Clerk

  • Ridgeland, MS (15 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 20 days ago
  • Ridgeland, MS (15 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 20 days ago

Previous experience in food preparation. Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices, safety, and food handling. Experience in grocery retail and customer service....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Jackson, MS (23 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 24 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (23 miles from Canton, MS)
  • 24 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Location : MS Baptist Medical Center - 1225 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39202. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Canton, MS

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Canton, MS 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 Canton, MS
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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