Kitchen Staff Jobs in Kearney, 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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Crew Member

  • Kearney, NE
  • 13 hours ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 13 hours 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...

Full Time Crew Member - Now Hiring

  • Minden, NE (22 miles from Kearney, NE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minden, NE (22 miles from Kearney, NE)
  • 2 days ago

If you're a self-starter who serves up a great attitude, you've found the right fit as a crew member at Runza! You'll work the register, prepare and serve delicious Runza food, keep the place...

Kitchen Associate - Pump & Pantry

  • Kearney, NE
  • 2 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 2 days ago

Kitchen Associate - Pump & Pantry Location : Address 1212 E 56th Job Locations US-NE-Kearney Job ID 2025-45838 # of Openings 1 Posted Date 11 hours ago (8/2/2025 12:21 AM) Category Restaurant...

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000...

Food Service Worker - Immediate Openings

  • Kearney, NE
  • 4 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 4 days ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY - 57603004 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings - varying days. More details will be provided during the interview process....

Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Kearney, NE
  • 5 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 5 days ago

Location Name: UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY - 57603004 Location ID: 57603004 Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY - 57603004 Workdays/shifts :...

Cook

  • Kearney, NE
  • 5 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 5 days ago

Overview Established by the Sisters of the St. Francis in 1924, CHI Health Good Samaritan is a 268-bed regional referral center in Kearney, Neb. At CHI Health Good Samaritan, youll find an...

Utility Worker - Production Floor

  • Ravenna, NE (23 miles from Kearney, NE)
  • 8 days ago
  • Ravenna, NE (23 miles from Kearney, NE)
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary Responsible for performing duties related to production and meeting shipping deadlines in a timely manner. This position is also responsible for the cleanliness of plant and equipment....

Cook

  • Kearney, NE
  • 9 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 9 days ago

Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Cook...

Pizza Hut Cook - Ages 15 & up

  • Kearney, NE
  • 14 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 14 days ago

PIZZA HUT COOK: Hiring starting at 15 years old Working at Pizza Hut is about making hungry people happy. It's about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra cash. As...

Facility: GSS NE Kearney St John'S Ctr Location: Kearney, NE Address: 3410 Central Ave, Kearney, NE 68847, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Varied Shifts Job Schedule: Part time Weekly Hours: 29.00 Salary...

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Kearney, NE
  • 19 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 19 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station May support management in...

Food Service Worker - Join Today

  • Kearney, NE
  • 19 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 19 days ago

Food Service Worker Location: UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY - 57603001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Restaurant Crewmember - Late Night Shift (part-time)

  • Kearney, NE
  • 19 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 19 days 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....

Food Service Worker

  • Kearney, NE
  • 19 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 19 days ago

Location Name: UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY - 57603001 Location ID: 57603001 Food Service Worker Location: UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY - 57603001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts,...

Demographic Data for Kearney, NE

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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 Kearney, 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 Kearney, 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 Kearney, 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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