Kitchen Staff Jobs in Albuquerque, NM

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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Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • moments ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • moments ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Dishwasher

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 6 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 6 hours ago

Overview Role: Dishwasher Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dishwasher, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of our kitchen and...

Cook II

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 8 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 8 hours ago

Assists with fruit and vegetable preparation and food portioning, and other bulk food preparation Assists with preparing Grab and Go and other retail items Ability to take and fill orders verbally Must...

Remote Work

Cook Up Something Great: Join Us at Bosque Brewing Co Today!

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 12 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 12 hours ago

Bosque Brewing is hiring! Looking to take your career to the next level? Bosque Brewing is now hiring back-of-house team members at multiple locations! If you're passionate about great food, love...

Cook

  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 22 hours ago

Cleans and sanitizes all food preparation equipment and ensures that it is kept in safe and operable condition....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Los Lunas, NM (22 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Lunas, NM (22 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 1 day ago

In most jobs, everyone doesnt spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, thats just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of...

Dishwasher

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago

TITLE Dishwasher EOE STATEMENTWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender,...

Cook I

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago

Assist multiple stations with food prep, cooking and plating (e.g. broiler, saute, fryer, etc.), when needed. Maintain the highest level of food presentation and quality....

Cook At Intel

  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 2 days ago

Cook at Intel** + **Day and night shift available (Sun-Thurs 6AM-2PM) or (Mon-Fri 1PM-9PM)** + **$17.00/hour Weekly Pay** **Job Description** + We are hiring a cook to follow recipes for meal...

Cook/Baker: Class IV (Temporary Position)

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago

COOK/BAKER: CLASS IV (TEMPORARY POSITION) JOB STATUS: OPEN POSTING NUMBER: 00064209 SCHOOL YEAR: 2024-2025 CALENDAR: TOPS CLOSING DATE: 05/02/2025 04:00 PM POSTING NUMBER: 00064209 LOCATION:...

Cook

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions....

PT Line Cook ($18-$22/hr)

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago

PT Line Cook ($18-$22/hr) (Nob Hill) Soo Bak Seoul Bowl 111 Hermosa Dr SE near Central compensation: Base Salary 12.50/hr plus tips, daily tip pool, paid time off, weekly pay, flexible schedule,...

Water / Wastewater Utility Worker (CDL) - 23254

  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 3 days ago

Water / Wastewater Utility Worker (CDL) - 23254 Posted Date 6 hours ago (4/25/2025 3:30 PM) Job ID 2025-11686 Location : City Rio Rancho Location : State/Province NM Overview We are seeking a...

Team Member: Food Champion

  • Los Lunas, NM (22 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Lunas, NM (22 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 4 days ago

Position Mission: The mission of the Food Champion is to ensure the highest quality of food and service for our guests by meticulously preparing menu items to exact specifications, maintaining...

Dishwasher - Rio Rancho Chilis

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 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...

Demographic Data for Albuquerque, NM

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Albuquerque, NM

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 Albuquerque, NM 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 Albuquerque, NM
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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