Kitchen Staff Jobs in Okolona, 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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Restaurant Cook

  • Tupelo, MS (23 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tupelo, MS (23 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 1 day ago

The incumbent will be responsible for proper food preparation, handling, and storage....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 11 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 11 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow recipes and wrapping,...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 11 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 11 days ago

Chartwells K12 We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Tupelo Public School District - 903 Fillmore Drive, Tupelo, MS 38804. Note: online...

Cook - Dinner/Close Shift

  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 13 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 13 days ago

Starting hiring pay at: $11 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising...

Kitchen Team Member

  • West Point, MS (20 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 20 days ago
  • West Point, MS (20 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 20 days ago

Req ID:** 460709 **Address:** 5360 Highway 45A South West Point, MS, 39773 **Benefits:** _* Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program_ _* Paid Time Off * Flexible...

Crew Member- All Shifts (Open Availability)

  • West Point, MS (20 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 20 days ago
  • West Point, MS (20 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 20 days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonalds USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonalds logos and food products,...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Tupelo, MS (23 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 28 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS (23 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 28 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Tupelo Public School District - 903 Fillmore Drive, Tupelo, MS 38804. Note: online applications...

Prep Cook - Tupelo Chilis

  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 28 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 28 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Prep Cook - Tupelo Chili's

  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 28 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 28 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Crew Member

  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

Why Wendy's Now hiring fantastic Frosty & Fry fanatics for restaurants! As a leading Wendy's franchisee company, our commitment to our customers is a simple pledge to do the right thing. We will...

Cook

  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

Experience in Dietary Department, large volume food preparation, and service preferred....

Cook Full Time 12 noon - 6:30 PM

  • Pontotoc, MS (23 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pontotoc, MS (23 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

We are looking for someone to join our team that will embrace our CORE VALUES: RESIDENT FIRST, TEAM DRIVEN AND LEADING EDGE. This person will perform the duties required to prepare and serve all...

Line Cook - Tupelo Chili's

  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tupelo, MS (18 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Cook

  • Pontotoc, MS (23 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pontotoc, MS (23 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 60+ days ago

Cook tasks in the restaurant may include: Preparing and cooking food orders to meet product quality standards Food preparation and portioning Cooking on the grill Operating the fry station Dressing...

Crew Member Taco Bell of West Point

  • West Point, MS (20 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • West Point, MS (20 miles from Okolona, MS)
  • 60+ days ago

"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 business...

Demographic Data for Okolona, MS

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Okolona, MS

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Okolona, 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 Okolona, 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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