Kitchen Staff Jobs in De Soto, 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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Food Service - 3 Hour Cook

  • Arnold, MO (23 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Arnold, MO (23 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 11 hours ago

preparation and production, sanitation, safety and security; customer service, equipment use and care and professional excellence....

Baker / Packager (Overnight) FT

  • Robertsville, MO (21 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Robertsville, MO (21 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 11 hours 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,...

4-Hour Food Service Cook

  • Herculaneum, MO (13 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Herculaneum, MO (13 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 15 hours ago

Position Type: Support Staff/ Food Service Date Posted: 6/18/2025 Location: Taylor Early Childhood Center Date Available: 08/21/2025    The Dunklin R-5 School District has an opening for...

Kitchen Team Member

  • Herculaneum, MO (13 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Herculaneum, MO (13 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 2 days ago

Req ID: 461125 Address: 1199 McNutt St Herculaneum, MO, 63048 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Restaurant Crewmember

  • Arnold, MO (23 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 8 days ago
  • Arnold, MO (23 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 8 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....

Dishwasher

  • Festus, MO (9 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 21 days ago
  • Festus, MO (9 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 21 days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Line Cook

  • Arnold, MO (23 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 21 days ago
  • Arnold, MO (23 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 21 days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Arnold, MO (23 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 22 days ago
  • Arnold, MO (23 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 22 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,...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Festus, MO (9 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 26 days ago
  • Festus, MO (9 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 26 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...

Baker

  • Arnold, MO (23 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 26 days ago
  • Arnold, MO (23 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 26 days ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: BAKER 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 possible to earn...

Crew Member

  • Festus, MO (9 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 29 days ago
  • Festus, MO (9 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 29 days ago

We are looking for Crew Members to join our Dunkin' team! Crew Members are responsible for delivering great and friendly guest experiences. They prepare products according to operational and...

Baker

  • Festus, MO (9 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Festus, MO (9 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Prep Cook

  • Festus, MO (9 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Festus, MO (9 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Line Cook - Broil/Grill

  • Festus, MO (9 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Festus, MO (9 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

6-Hour Cook - Pevely Elementary

  • Herculaneum, MO (13 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Herculaneum, MO (13 miles from De Soto, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Support Staff/ Food Service Date Posted: 5/5/2025 Location: Pevely Elementary    The Dunklin R-5 School District has an opening for the position of Food Services 6-hour Cook...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in De Soto, 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 De Soto, MO offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.5%
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 De Soto, 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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