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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Senior Kitchen Manager

  • Colonie, NY (9 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Colonie, NY (9 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

Overview Do you challenge yourself to always do things right and do them better? Then you will thrive at BJ’s Restaurants! We are committed to our CRAFT: C onnection, R espect, A dvancement, F un,...

Line Cook at Swifty's Restaurant and Pub

  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

Responsibilities: Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies Prepare food for service Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff Answer, report and follow kitchen...

Dishwasher (Full Time)

  • Schenectady, NY (1 mile from Schenectady, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Schenectady, NY (1 mile from Schenectady, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Scrapes and rinses food from dirty dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment...

Dishwasher

  • Schenectady, NY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 10 hours ago

Dishwasher (Schenectady) The Palazzo Ristorante image 1 of 1 2780 Hamburg Street compensation: $20/hour employment type: job title: Dishwasher Looking for a dishwasher that is able to work 5-6...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Clifton Park, NY (7 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Clifton Park, NY (7 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 14 hours 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...

Kitchen help

  • Saratoga Springs, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Busy Tavern looking to add a qualified energetic team player, family atmosphere. Fast paced. Will Trane a person who wants to work, with some kitchen experience. Basic knife skills and time...

Sourdough Bread Baker

  • Ballston Spa, NY (13 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ballston Spa, NY (13 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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Baker

  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, 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....

Line Cook, The Gideon Putnam

  • Saratoga Springs, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 1 day ago

The opportunity Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a seasonal Line Cook to join our team at The Gideon Putnam in Saratoga Springs, New York. As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for...

Server Assistant - Busser

  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 2 days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. Were about loving what youre doing today and preparing you...

Dishwasher

  • Schenectady, NY (5 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (5 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for a dishwasher that is able to work 5-6 days a week. Washing dishes, cleaning walls and floors, maintaining all bathrooms, mopping, dusting, washing all floors, windows, and walls! 5pm...

Line Cook

  • Saratoga Springs, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (18 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 2 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a seasonal Line Cook to join our team at The Gideon Putnam in Saratoga Springs, New York. As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for...

Baker (Latham, NY)

  • Latham, NY (9 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Latham, NY (9 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Efficient preparation and baking of our signature items, including, bagels, artisan breads, and other baked goods Ensuring food safety standards are respected at all times Maintaining stocks and performing...

Cook Hawthorne Ridge East Greenbush NY - Part Time Rotating

  • East Greenbush, NY (20 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • East Greenbush, NY (20 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Cook Hawthorne Ridge East Greenbush NY- Part Time Rotating Who we are? St. Peters Health Partners is a member of Trinity Health...

Line Cook

  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Albany, NY (8 miles from Schenectady, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Schulte Companies is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Cook to join our team at the Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport! Schulte Companies is an organization whose success is rooted in its service...

Demographic Data for Schenectady, NY

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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
45.3%
Bachelor's Degree
15.8%
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 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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