Kitchen Staff Jobs in Ashland, NE

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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Late Night Team Member : Food Champion - Urgently Hiring

  • Gretna, NE (7 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Gretna, NE (7 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 12 hours ago

Live MAS! & Grow your Career at TACO BELL!, TOP FRANCHISE 3 Years Running - Entrepreneur, 100 Most Influential Companies - Time, Join one of the hottest global brands - with a top Franchisee -...

Culinary Cook - Full Time - South Lincoln

  • Lincoln, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Lincoln, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 12 hours ago

Culinary Cook - Full Time - South Lincoln Location US-NE-Lincoln Posted Date 2 days ago (7/30/2025 11:51 AM) ID 2025-17541 Type Full Time Work Hours 10a Weekend Rotation Every Other Weekend Hours...

Kitchen Associate - Pump & Pantry

  • Gretna, NE (7 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Gretna, NE (7 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 12 hours ago

Kitchen Associate - Pump & Pantry Location : Address 14341 S Hwy 31 Job Locations US-NE-Gretna Job ID 2025-45816 # of Openings 1 Posted Date 11 hours ago (8/1/2025 11:45 PM) Category Restaurant...

Crew Member - Urgently Hiring

  • Gretna, NE (7 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Gretna, NE (7 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 13 hours ago

Taco Bell - Gretna is looking for a full time or part time crew member to join our team in Gretna, NE. As a Taco Bell - Gretna crew member, you can be the smiling face that greets and serves our...

Crew Member - Urgently Hiring

  • La Vista, NE (18 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 14 hours ago
  • La Vista, NE (18 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 14 hours ago

Wingstop - Papillion, NE is looking for a full time or part time crew member to join our team in La Vista, NE. As a Wingstop - Papillion, NE crew member, you can be the smiling face that greets...

Crew Member - Full-time / Part-time

  • Gretna, NE (7 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Gretna, NE (7 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 14 hours ago

To see all open positions, click here: Job Opportunities (paycomonline.net) ( This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's...

Food Service Worker

  • Lincoln, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lincoln, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 15 hours ago

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 28377 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Dining & Events Brand: Corporate-Chefs State: Nebraska (US-NE) The Role at a glance: We are looking to...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Lincoln, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lincoln, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 15 hours 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....

Restaurant Crewmember - Weekend Availability

  • Lincoln, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lincoln, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 18 hours ago

Starting hiring pay: 14 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

  • Lincoln, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Lincoln, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 19 hours ago

Responsibilities Responsible for maintaining the kitchen and dining areas in a clean and orderly condition. Washes, cleans, sanitizes and stores all dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, and...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Fremont, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 1 day ago

In most jobs, everyone doesn't spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, that's just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase...

Dishwasher

  • Elkhorn, NE (15 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elkhorn, NE (15 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 3 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 Dishwasher and become part of a vibrant atmosphere...

Cook

  • Elkhorn, NE (15 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elkhorn, NE (15 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 3 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...

Kitchen Team Member

  • La Vista, NE (18 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 3 days ago
  • La Vista, NE (18 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 3 days ago

Req ID: 467244 Address: 14375 Cornhusker Rd Omaha, NE, 68138 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) -...

Fremont, NE: Cook - Baymont by Wyndham/Pennys Diner

  • Inglewood, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Inglewood, NE (24 miles from Ashland, NE)
  • 3 days ago

A Cook is responsible for preparing all food items, based on standardized recipes, for the Cafe, Room Service, Employee Cafeteria, and Banquets, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an...

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Ashland, NE

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 Ashland, NE 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 Ashland, NE
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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