Kitchen Staff Jobs in Hernando, 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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Lead Steward

  • Tunica, MS (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Tunica, MS (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 12 hours ago

Carries dirty dishes from the breakdown area to the dishwashing area. Uses step ladder to clean walls, vent-a-hoods, lights, and glass. Removes all bagged dirty linen and replaces the linen....

Cook

  • Germantown, TN (22 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Germantown, TN (22 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 20 hours ago

Arbor's Luxurious Assisted Living Community is Hiring a Cook to Join Their Dining Team! Available Work Schedule: Full Time: 6:30 AM-2:30 PM or 12PM-8PM Are you ready to love your job again? Join...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Memphis, TN (17 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN (17 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time GRILL COOK position. Location: Nike - 5151 Shelby Drive, Memphis, TN 38118. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full time schedule; Days...

Vessel Cook

  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare and cook meals, snacks, and baked goods for the vessel crew, ensuring quality, taste, and presentation....

Crew Member

  • Horn Lake, MS (11 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Horn Lake, MS (11 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 2 days ago

Fun. Flexible hours. Great pay. Fantastic people. Professional fulfillment. That uniquely cool SONIC uniform. Can this possibly get any better? YES IT CAN! Like a Chili Cheese Coney, the SONIC...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Southaven, MS (10 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Southaven, MS (10 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 3 days ago

In most jobs, everyone doesn't spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, that's just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase...

Team Member - Food Champion- Part Time

  • West Memphis, AR (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Memphis, AR (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Description You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent...

Deli Clerk

  • Germantown, TN (22 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Germantown, TN (22 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Job Introduction If you'd be excited to work in a professional kitchen preparing and cooking meals, consider applying for the position of Deli Clerk. As one of the fastest growing natural foods...

Food Service Assistant

  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Prepares and sells food and drinks to customers. Pulls and stocks supplies and ingredients, cleans kitchen area and eating area. Provides prompt and courteous member service. For...

Team Member - Food Champion - Full Time

  • Horn Lake, MS (11 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Horn Lake, MS (11 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Description You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent...

Utility/Dishwasher - FedEx St. Jude Championship (Temporary) Part-Time

  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 4 days ago

Utility/Dishwasher - FedEx St. Jude Championship (Temporary) Part-Time TPC Network - 3.5 Memphis, TN Job Details Part-time 1 day ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Grocery store Entry...

Prep Cook

  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 4 days ago

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. The Prep Cook is a culinary...

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time SOUS CHEF positions. Location: Nike Victory - 3100 Frayser Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee 38128. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full...

Cook

  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 5 days ago

Stocks food preparation stations and completes other pre-opening requirements....

Food Service Worker

  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (24 miles from Hernando, MS)
  • 5 days ago

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Hernando, MS

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 Hernando, MS 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 Hernando, 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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