Kitchen Staff Jobs in Cheektowaga, NY

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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Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • 1 day ago

At Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the wayyou're in the right spot....

Dishwasher - Niagara Falls Chili's

  • Niagara Falls, NY (18 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (18 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 10 hours 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...

Cook 2

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring part-time Cooks to join our team at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. As a Cook, you will be a visible leader in a kitchen that nurtures...

Food Service Worker - Join Today

  • Clarence, NY (12 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clarence, NY (12 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Cafeteria Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: CLARENCE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT - 72680001 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays morning and afternoon/evening shifts. More details will be provided during...

Baker Associate

  • Tonawanda, NY (8 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tonawanda, NY (8 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Apply Description Tired of smelling like a French Fry when you go home, rather smell like delicious bread? Apply now to join our team of Baker Associates (part time). At DiBella's our bread is the...

Line Cook - Niagara Falls Chili's

  • Niagara Falls, NY (18 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (18 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 1 day 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...

Cook & Prep Cook Tully's Cheektowaga Inc.

  • Depew, NY (5 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Depew, NY (5 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Description Come be part of our growing Tully's Family!! Since 1991, Tully's Good Times has been a family owned, locally operated business with locations across Central, Western, and Southern New...

Dishwasher & Maintenance Tully's Cheektowaga Inc.

  • Depew, NY (5 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Depew, NY (5 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Description Come be part of our growing Tully's Family!! Since 1991, Tully's Good Times has been a family owned, locally operated business with locations across Central, Western, and Southern New...

Food Service Worker 2 (NY HELPS), Buffalo Psychiatric Center, P26698

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 2 days ago

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Cook

  • Orchard Park, NY (10 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orchard Park, NY (10 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Cook Location: Orchard Brooke Assisted Living Facility in Orchard Park, NY Shift: Part-Time, 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM, every other weekend Rate: $17.10/hr. Job Description: Join our team as a Cook at...

Cafeteria Cashier/Food Service Worker Cafeteria Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Clarence, NY (12 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Clarence, NY (12 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 3 days ago

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

Food Service Worker 2 (NY HELPS), Buffalo Psychiatric Center, P26698

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job...

WD Bar & Grille, Production Cook

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 3 days ago

The Production Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing a variety of menu items. The Production Cook must be able to follow recipes and be accountable for daily food productions. All duties...

FT Bilingual Sous Chef Opportunity- $25/hr 1099

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 4 days ago

staff, promoting a collaborative and inclusive environment Monitor inventory, order supplies, and maintain food cost controls Enforce health, safety, and sanitation standards in accordance with local...

Pantry Cook/cold food preparation.

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Tappo Restaurant is looking to take on a new pantry cook to replace a long time team member leaving for a new opportunity, the candidate will have the opportunity to shadow the previous member for...

Demographic Data for Cheektowaga, NY

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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...
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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 Cheektowaga, NY

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 Cheektowaga, NY 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 Cheektowaga, NY
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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