Kitchen Staff Jobs in Cherry Hill, NJ

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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Wesley Enhanced Living

Cook

Overview Come see why Wesley Enhanced Living is Ranked #5 in the Nation as a Best Workplace in our industry! Hiring Immediately! The primary responsibility of the Cook is to prepare meals for our...

Harrah's Philadelphia

Cook (Harrah's Philadelphia)

Ensures cleanliness of food preparation areas, by cleaning and wiping down workstation and utensils before and after each assignment. Follows safety rules and keeps work area clean & orderly....

Sautee Cook

  • Philadelphia, PA (6 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (6 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

We are currently seeking a skilled Sautee Cook to join our team at Dante & Luigi's. If you have a passion for culinary arts and a strong background in Sauteeing, knife skills, and plate...

Wesley Enhanced Living

Utility / Dishwasher

Deliver and pick up room service trays. Perfrom other duties as required....

Wesley Enhanced Living

Lead Cook

Essential Responsibilities: Attends training programs as directed by manager Trains and instructs cooks and kitchen staff Ensures completion of staff assignments Assists in employee evaluations and...

Cook, Food and Beverage

  • Langhorne, PA (18 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Langhorne, PA (18 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago

Join us at Sesame Place and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our...

Dishwasher -Xfinity Live!

  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Welcome to Xfinity Live! Philly's premier sports and entertainment destination located in the Philadelphia Sports Complex. With multiple dining and entertainment venues it's the perfect spot for...

Cook - Xfinity Live!

  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when preparing meals from a recipe, when assisting in the scheduling of the kitchen staff, or when monitoring inventory....

Pastry Cook

  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Additional Information Job Number 25051966 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, 1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States,...

Line Cook

  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Description Join the Legacy at the Los Angeles Athletic Club! About Us Founded in 1880, the Los Angeles Athletic Club (LAAC) is a prestigious institution steeped in history and tradition. Our...

Food Service Utility Team Member - Wissahickon Charter

  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

This positions will complete the remainder of the 24-25 school year (June) with the possibility of permanent position for the upcoming 25-26 school year. BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES Organize dish room...

Food Service Worker Retail - Per Diem

  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

The Food Service Worker Retail is responsible for retail operational duties: light food and beverage preparation, maintaining and stocking food and accessories, cleaning and sanitizing and...

NEW! Line Cook - The Alloy a DoubleTree by Hilton

  • King of Prussia, PA (22 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (22 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

preparations and equipment upkeep to eliminate service obstacles Here are some reasons our associates like working for us: We offer competitive wages....

Banquet Cook - The Alloy a DoubleTree by Hilton - NEW!

  • King of Prussia, PA (22 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (22 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Memorize food recipes and food preparation instructions. Benefits We offer competitive wages....

Prep cook needed/ Italian restaurant

  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Looking for an experienced cook for our kitchen who knows Italian cuisine. must have at least 2 years experience and references

Demographic Data for Cherry Hill, NJ

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Cherry Hill, NJ

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 Cherry Hill, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.9%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Cherry Hill, NJ
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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