Kitchen Staff Jobs in Schenectady, 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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Food Prep Helper

  • Sodexo
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 2 hours ago

Food Prep Helper Location: GE CORPORATE, SCHENECTADY - 27670010 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview...

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Crew Member

  • Dunkin'
  • Rexford, NY (5 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rexford, NY (5 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Dunkin Donuts Crew Members are what keeps our stores and America running! We are looking to add to our team of positive, energetic employees who are passionate about the Dunkin' Brand and...

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Weekend Restaurant Dishwasher

  • BBL Hospitality
  • Rensselaer, NY (17 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rensselaer, NY (17 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Clean food preparation and production areas as required....

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Dishwasher

  • Sodexo
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities include: Washes dishes by hand or places them in a dishwashing machine. Clean and sanitize worktables, walls, refrigerators and meat blocks....

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Food Service Cook Full Time

  • Price Chopper
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Pay Range: $18.00- $20.95 SUMMARY Provides fast, friendly, helpful and efficient service to all Price Chopper customers. Responsible for the preparing of food to corporate specifications to...

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Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Rensselaer, NY (17 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rensselaer, NY (17 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Regeneron - 81 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY 12144. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full...

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Food Service Worker - SPARC Guilderland NY - Per Diem

  • Trinity Health Corporation
  • Guilderland, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Guilderland, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Assist with food preparation and meal service in accordance with dietary needs and standards Ensure cleanliness and organization of food service spaces Deliver friendly, attentive...

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Dishwasher

  • 99 Restaurants
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Be a part of your Local Hometown Favorite. You bring your great attitude and readiness to learn, and we'll take care of the rest! The Ninety Nine is committed to growing our talent from within...

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Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Part Time

  • Whole Foods
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

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Dishwashers

  • Red Robin International, Inc.
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Dishwasher Range: $16.00 - $17.32 Red Robin isn't your typical burger restaurant. We're a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun! Dishwasher:...

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Chef de Partie- nhow Amsterdam RAI

  • NH Hotels & Resorts
  • Amsterdam, NY (14 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Amsterdam, NY (14 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Ben je een fan van onconventionele levensstijlen en onderscheidend design? Maak deel uit van het nhow-merk, met hotels die geinspireerd zijn door de sfeer van hun bestemming en die een...

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92G Food Service Specialist

  • Army National Guard
  • Troy, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Troy, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 12 days ago

It takes energy to keep the Army National Guard marching on, and that's where you take the lead. As a Food Service Specialist for the Guard, it's your duty to provide the sustenance your fellow...

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Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Requirement : Prior utility or dishwashing experience preferred. Perks: No late nights! Free meals! Consistent scheduling! 250.00 sign on bonus!...

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Part Time(After School & Weekends) Crew Member GREAT STARTING WAGE!

  • McDonalds
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 14 days ago

Part-Time Crew Member (After School & Weekends) $14$20/hour (based on experience & state minimum wage) Join a team where our Owners, Directors, and General Managers all started as crew! We provide...

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Day Time & Closing Crew Member with Competitive Wage!

  • McDonalds
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 14 days ago

Daytime & Closing Crew Member $16$20/hour (based on experience & state minimum wage) Join a team where our Owners, Directors, and General Managers all started as crew! We provide the tools,...

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Demographic Data for Schenectady, NY

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Emerging Technologies in a Professional Kitchen
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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...
Food Safety and Personal Hygiene in a Professional Kitchen
Hygiene is so important in food preparation. If caterers, chefs and wait staff are not adequately trained they can present huge health risks to the community. On this course from the International...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Some High School
3.7%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

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