Kitchen Staff Jobs in Excelsior Springs, 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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Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Liberty, MO (9 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Liberty, MO (9 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 22 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for full time SOUS CHEF positions. Location : William Jewell College - 500 College Hill, Liberty, MO 64068. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Meat Clerk

  • Gladstone, MO (20 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gladstone, MO (20 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - 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 engaged and...

Pastry Chef

  • Riverside, MO (24 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverside, MO (24 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 1 day ago

WERE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. Dont just work. Work Happy. A career in gaming? At Argosy Casino Riverside, we think youll enjoy an exciting industry, fast-paced days and nights,...

Prep Cook

  • Independence, MO (17 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Independence, MO (17 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 3 days ago

and manager directions; Prepares food of consistent quality with recipe cards and production and portion standards; Cleans and sanitizes station at beginning and end of shift which may include light dishwashing...

Crew Member

  • North Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 3 days ago

Company Overview: At Hawaiian Bros, we live the Aloha spirit and spread it everywhere we go. We're not just about serving amazing Hawaiian-inspired food; we're all about creating a balance between...

Line Cook

  • Excelsior Springs, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Excelsior Springs, MO
  • 3 days ago

Property Welcome to Pyramid Global Hospitality, where people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work...

Kitchen Steward (Dishwasher)

  • Excelsior Springs, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Excelsior Springs, MO
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications To succeed as a Kitchen Steward, prior dishwashing experience is preferred. You must have the ability to work on your feet for 8 hours and thrive in a fast-paced environment....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Independence, MO (17 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Independence, MO (17 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 5 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,...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Liberty, MO (9 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Liberty, MO (9 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. Location : William Jewell College - 500 College Hill, Liberty, MO 64068. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Cook

  • Smithville, MO (19 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Smithville, MO (19 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 7 days ago

Who says FUN and RESPONSIBILITY can't hang together? At SONIC Drive-In restaurants, you'll have all that, along with great pay, flexible hours, a cool uniform and the camaraderie of fantastic...

Cook-WORK TODAY, PAID TOMORROW

  • Excelsior Springs, MO
  • 7 days ago
  • Excelsior Springs, MO
  • 7 days ago

The Job: As a SONIC Drive-In Cook, your primary responsibility is to provide every guest with a SuperSONIC experience by: Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items Trying to beat your...

Crew Member

  • Independence, MO (17 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Independence, MO (17 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 7 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...

Crew Member-WORK TODAY, PAID TOMORROW

  • Excelsior Springs, MO
  • 7 days ago
  • Excelsior Springs, MO
  • 7 days ago

The Job: As a SONIC Drive-In Crew Member - which may include Frozen, Fountain, Expo, or Switchboard - your primary responsibility is to provide every guest with a SuperSONIC experience by:...

Team/Crew Member

  • Independence, MO (17 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Independence, MO (17 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 7 days ago

Position: Team/Crew Member Immediate Supervisor: Manager on Duty (MOD) Status: Nonexempt Position Summary: This position performs basic operational duties to provide quality products and service...

FULL-TIME Deli Cook- Cosentino's Price Chopper #325- 1191 NE McQuerry Rd. Grain Valley

  • Grain Valley, MO (23 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Grain Valley, MO (23 miles from Excelsior Springs, MO)
  • 7 days ago

Cook Position Objective: To produce, execute, and deliver outstanding prepared foods in freshness, taste, quality, and presentation in a timely and efficient manner. Assist in all aspects of the...

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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...
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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 Excelsior Springs, 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 Excelsior Springs, MO offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.2%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
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 Excelsior Springs, 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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