Kitchen Staff Jobs in Columbia, MO

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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Cook at Columbia KinderCare

  • Columbia, MO
  • 5 hours ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 5 hours ago

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the...

Market Grille Cook

  • Columbia, MO
  • 20 hours ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 20 hours ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Night & Weekend Shifts Required - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a...

(18 yrs+ to apply) Deli Clerk (1pm-9pm) - Providence (Columbia, MO)

  • Columbia, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 2 days ago

Teamwork is the key to success in our Delis, where our teammates work together to take orders accurately, prepare fresh meals quickly, and serve customers with a smile. Schnucks Deli Clerks are...

(18 yrs+ to apply) Meat Clerk - Providence (Columbia, MO)

  • Columbia, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 2 days ago

This is not an official job description, but represents major responsibilities a new hire can expect to perform. You could expect the position of meat clerk to include the following: DUTIES:...

(18 yrs+ to apply) Deli Clerk - Battle Crossing (Columbia, MO)

  • Columbia, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 3 days ago

This is not an official job description, but represents major responsibilities a new hire can expect to perform.You could expect the position of produce clerk to include the following: DUTIES:...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Columbia, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 3 days ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: SALAD & SANDWICH MAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything...

Cook

  • Columbia, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 3 days ago

Provincial Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages lifestyle-focused senior living communities. Our company, which was built on our...

Cook

  • Columbia, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 4 days ago

Overview Your next adventure starts here! At Lucky Strike Entertainment, great times and exciting opportunities go hand in hand. Join us as a Cook and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled...

Dishwasher (Part Time)

  • Jefferson City, MO (22 miles from Columbia, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO (22 miles from Columbia, MO)
  • 5 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Scrapes and rinses food from dirty dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment...

Food Service Worker - $1000 Bonus!

  • Columbia, MO
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 7 days ago

Ensure kitchen is kept clean and that the environment is ready for food prep/serving including sweeping, mopping and dishwashing. Proper portions and utensils are being reviewed for service....

Baker

  • Columbia, MO
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 7 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Must be 18+ - 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...

Salad and Sandwich Maker- 5am Opening Shift

  • Columbia, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 8 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....

Kitchen Staff

  • Columbia, MO
  • 11 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 11 days ago

The Hooters Kitchen Staff embraces the company's core values: Show You Care, Elevate the Spirit, Respect Everyone, Values Feedback, and Exceeds Expectations....

Restaurant Dishwasher - Immediate Hire

  • Columbia, MO
  • 14 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 14 days ago

Responsibilities: Operate dishwashing machines to clean dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans. Ensure proper handling and storage of all kitchenware and equipment....

Restaurant Crewmember

  • Columbia, MO
  • 14 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 14 days ago

Starting hiring pay: $15 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....

Demographic Data for Columbia, MO

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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 Columbia, MO

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 Columbia, MO offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.3%
Bachelor's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.4%
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 Columbia, MO
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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