Kitchen Staff Jobs in Mays Landing, 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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Cashier/Food Service Worker Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Atco, NJ (21 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atco, NJ (21 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Sodexo 3.2 ( ) Atco, NJ Why you should apply for a job to Sodexo : 4/5 in supportive management Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members. See all...

Cook

  • Galloway, NJ (14 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Galloway, NJ (14 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff Answer, report and follow food service director. Able to understand production sheets and diets....

Market Grille Cook

  • Hammonton, NJ (10 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hammonton, NJ (10 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Night & Weekend Shifts Required - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a...

Cook

  • Mays Landing, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Mays Landing, NJ
  • 5 days ago

TITLE: Cook High School Diploma or equivalent required. ServSafe Certified or willing and able to take ServSafe Certification course required. Minimum 1 year previous institutional/restaurant cook...

Cook Per-diem AC

  • Atlantic City, NJ (16 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ (16 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Works collaboratively with other kitchen staff. Engages with outside licensing or governing agencies when necessary in a professional manner....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Millville, NJ (18 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Millville, NJ (18 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 6 days 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...

Cook - Main Kitchen (Seasonal)

  • Atlantic City, NJ (16 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ (16 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Cook- Main Kitchen As a cook, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking variety of dishes according to directive from culinary management. Your role involves ensuring food quality,...

Line Cook

  • Atlantic City, NJ (16 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ (16 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! LINE COOK This isn't just your next job - it's your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest's experience...

Cook - Garde Manger

  • Atlantic City, NJ (16 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ (16 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Cook-Garde Manger As a cook, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking variety of dishes according to directive from culinary management. Your role involves ensuring food quality,...

Cook - Lillie's Asian Cuisine

  • Atlantic City, NJ (16 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ (16 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Cook- Asian Lillie's Cuisine As a cook, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking variety of dishes according to directive from culinary management. Your role involves ensuring food...

Dishwasher - Mays Landing Chili's

  • Mays Landing, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Mays Landing, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Meat Clerk Part Time

  • Vineland, NJ (13 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Vineland, NJ (13 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Dishwasher

  • Mays Landing, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Mays Landing, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Text "HIREME" to 30437 to apply now! By texting HIREME to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Outback Steakhouse. Text HELP for help or .... Msg&data...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Pleasantville, NJ (12 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pleasantville, NJ (12 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 11 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 (Part Time)

  • Williamstown, NJ (17 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Williamstown, NJ (17 miles from Mays Landing, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time COOK position. Location : Monroe Township School - 700 North Tuckahoe Road, Williamstown, NJ 08094. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Mays Landing, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Mays Landing, NJ 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 Mays Landing, 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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