Kitchen Staff Jobs in Reno, NV

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

  • Reno, NV
  • 5 hours ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 5 hours ago

Cook Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administrion Veterans Health Administrion Summary This position is loced in the Nutrition and Food Service of a VA Medical Center. Nutrition and...

Buffet - Cook II

  • Reno, NV
  • 7 hours ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 7 hours ago

Buffet - Cook II Pay range $18.00 - $22.00 DOE City Reno State/Territory NV ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Safely prepare all food prep...

Cook

  • Reno, NV
  • 1 day ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 1 day ago

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity No Late Nights! Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Cooks have the option to explore exciting...

Saute Cook Hidden Pizza - Eldorado (Reno)

  • Reno, NV
  • 1 day ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 1 day ago

Starting pay: $17.00 USD JOB SUMMARY: Applicant must have an elementary knowledge and the initiative to learn the essential functions that are listed below. ESSENTIAL DUITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES...

Team Member: Food Champion

  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 1 day ago

The starting pay for this position is between $12-$14 per hour depending on experience and availability! BENEFITS: DRG Cares Grant Program - Grants to assist employees with life challenges and...

Pastry Chef

  • Incline Village, NV (21 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Incline Village, NV (21 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 2 days ago

This position is responsible for leading a talented team in producing desserts and baked goods for our restaurants, lounges, banquets, and special events....

Team Member: Food Champion (DailyPay Available)

  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 2 days ago

The starting pay for this position is between $12-$14 per hour depending on experience and availability! BENEFITS: DRG Cares Grant Program - Grants to assist employees with life challenges and...

Part time dishwasher

  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sparks, NV (3 miles from Reno, NV)
  • 2 days ago

JJs sushi on vista Blvd is looking for a part time dishwasher. 2-3 nights a week, starts at 5pm to close (around 9pm-9:30pm) kitchen experience is a plus but not required. Full time job...

Cook

  • Reno, NV
  • 2 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 2 days ago

This position is located in the Nutrition and Food Service of a VA Medical Center. Nutrition and Food Services is responsible for providing meals and nutritional care to Veteran patients at the...

Line Cook Employee Cafeteria - Silver Legacy (Reno)

  • Reno, NV
  • 2 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 2 days ago

Starting pay: $17.00 USD JOB SUMMARY: Applicant must have an elementary knowledge and the initiative to learn the essential functions that are listed below. ESSENTIAL DUITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES...

Meat Clerk

  • Reno, NV
  • 3 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 3 days ago

About Us Join us at WinCo Foods, where we're more than just a grocery retailer - we're a growing family of over 140 supermarkets in 10 states with over 22,000 employee owners. Our purpose is to...

Food Prep Helper

  • Reno, NV
  • 4 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 4 days ago

Location Name: RENOWN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER - 67364001 Location ID: 67364001 Food Prep Helper Location: RENOWN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER - 67364001 Workdays/shifts : Mornings and...

Restaurant Dishwasher - Immediate Hire

  • Reno, NV
  • 4 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 4 days ago

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

Kitchen Utility Worker

  • Reno, NV
  • 4 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 4 days ago

Also includes cleaning the dishwashing area, food- serving areas and equipment, dining room tables and chairs and vacuum and clean the dining room area....

Evening Cook

  • Reno, NV
  • 4 days ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 4 days ago

Schulte Companies is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Cook to join our team! Schulte Companies is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude...

Demographic Data for Reno, NV

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Reno, NV

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 Reno, NV 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 Reno, NV
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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