Kitchen Staff Jobs in Starkville, 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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Senior Utility Worker

  • Mayhew, MS (12 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mayhew, MS (12 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 2 hours ago

Senior Utility Worker Location: EAST MISSISSIPPI COMMUNITY COLLEGE - 94210002 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 2 hours ago

Cook Location: MISSISSIPPI UNIVERSITY FOR WOMEN - 46711001 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings - varying days, and some weekends/holidays. More details will be provided during the interview...

Cook

  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 10 hours ago

Location Name: MISSISSIPPI UNIVERSITY FOR WOMEN - 46711001 Location ID: 46711001 Cook Location: MISSISSIPPI UNIVERSITY FOR WOMEN - 46711001 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings - varying days, and...

Food Service Worker - Flexible Schedule

  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 9 days ago

Food Service Worker Location: MISSISSIPPI UNIVERSITY FOR WOMEN - 46711001 Workdays/shifts : ANY SHIFT (OPEN AVAILABILITY). More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • West Point, MS (16 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 12 days ago
  • West Point, MS (16 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 12 days ago

Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100% Match up to 5% * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance after 30...

Food Service Worker - Immediate Openings

  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 17 days ago
  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 17 days ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: MISSISSIPPI UNIVERSITY FOR WOMEN - 46711002 Workdays/shifts : ANY SHIFT (OPEN AVAILABILITY). More details will be provided during the interview process....

Cook

  • Mississippi State, MS (3 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 17 days ago
  • Mississippi State, MS (3 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 17 days ago

Position Function: The Cook is responsible for the implementation of food services in a Head Start program serving children ages 3-5. Responsibilities include preparing attractive, USDA-approved...

Senior Utility Worker Senior Utility Worker

  • Mayhew, MS (12 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 18 days ago
  • Mayhew, MS (12 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 18 days ago

Senior Utility Worker Sodexo 3.2 ( ) Mayhew, MS Why you should apply for a job to Sodexo : 4/5 in supportive management Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members. See all...

Dishwasher Dishwasher

  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 18 days ago
  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 18 days ago

Dishwasher Sodexo 3.2 ( ) Columbus, MS Why you should apply for a job to Sodexo : 4/5 in supportive management Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members. See all reviews #...

Food Service Worker Food Service Worker

  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 18 days ago
  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 18 days ago

Food Service Worker Sodexo 3.2 ( ) Columbus, MS Why you should apply for a job to Sodexo : 4/5 in supportive management Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members. See all...

COOK (FULL and PART TIME)

  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 19 days ago
  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 19 days ago

$500 SIGN ON BONUS!! We are hiring immediately for a Full and Part Time COOK position. Location : Baptist Memorial Hospital - Golden Triangle, 2520 5th Street, Columbus, MS 39701 Note: online...

Crew Member

  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 20 days ago
  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 20 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...

Prep Cook (Part Time)

  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 20 days ago
  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 20 days ago

$500 Sign on Bonus! We are hiring immediately for part time PREP COOK positions. Location : Baptist Memorial Hospital - Golden Triangle - 2520 5th Street North, Columbus, MS 39701 Note: online...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 28 days ago
  • Columbus, MS (20 miles from Starkville, MS)
  • 28 days ago

Req ID: 465712 Address: 525 Tuscaloosa Road Columbus, MS, 39702 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Crew Member

  • Starkville, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Starkville, MS
  • 30+ 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...

Demographic Data for Starkville, MS

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
This seminar is designed to be an experimental and hands-on approach to applied chemistry (as seen in cooking). Cooking may be the oldest and most widespread application of chemistry and recipes...
Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS
The health and wellbeing of NHS staff is essential to the quality of care provided to patients, service users and communities. The Covid-19 pandemic placed unprecedented pressures on the health...
Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Vaccine Trained Staff)
This two-week course will help you gain an understanding of why vaccines can help protect the health of those living or working in prisons and those around them. Whats more, youll develop the...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Starkville, 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 Starkville, MS offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.1%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Some High School
3.9%
Some College
3.4%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Starkville, 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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