Kitchen Staff Jobs in Boone, NC

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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Deli Clerk PT

  • Banner Elk, NC (10 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Banner Elk, NC (10 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 10 days ago

To provide excellent guest service through deli department activities. Earn an additional $1.00/hour premium for all hours worked from 5/11/25 to 9/6/25! Responsibilities: 1. Provide polite,...

Restaurant Crew Member Day Shift

  • Boone, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Boone, NC
  • 2 days ago

We are currently hiring at our Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches location. All store employees, with the exception of the General Manager, receive tips. Responsibilities include preparing...

Prep Cook/Culinary Team-Temporary

  • Boone, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Boone, NC
  • 3 days ago

Working Title Prep Cook/Culinary Team-Temporary Location Boone, NC Position Number N32310 Department Campus Dining - Administration - 170310 Position Summary Information Minimum Qualifications...

Crew Member-WORK TODAY, PAID TOMORROW

  • Lenoir, NC (22 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (22 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 5 days ago

The Job: As a SONIC Drive-In Crew Member - which may include Frozen, Fountain, Expo, or Switchboard - your primary responsibility is to provide every guest with a SuperSONIC experience by:...

Crew Member

  • Lenoir, NC (22 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (22 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Fun. Flexible hours. Great pay. Fantastic people. Professional fulfillment. That uniquely cool SONIC uniform. Can this possibly get any better? YES IT CAN! Like a Chili Cheese Coney, the SONIC...

Cook-WORK TODAY, PAID TOMORROW

  • Lenoir, NC (22 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (22 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 5 days ago

The Job: As a SONIC Drive-In Cook, your primary responsibility is to provide every guest with a SuperSONIC experience by: Cooking, creating, and packaging delicious menu items Trying to beat your...

Cook

  • Lenoir, NC (22 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (22 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Who says FUN and RESPONSIBILITY can't hang together? At SONIC Drive-In restaurants, you'll have all that, along with great pay, flexible hours, a cool uniform and the camaraderie of fantastic...

Meat Clerk

  • Boone, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Boone, NC
  • 6 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Prep Cook

  • Boone, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Boone, NC
  • 6 days ago

Participate in food service and food preparation activities while adhering to high quality standards and sanitation procedures. Location: Boone, NC Requirements: ESSENTIAL DUTIES &...

Dishwasher/Kitchen Help

  • Banner Elk, NC (10 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Banner Elk, NC (10 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Assist with food preparation tasks as directed by the kitchen staff to support meal service. Help with bussing tables and clearing away used dishes to maintain an orderly dining environment....

Catering Cook & Kitchen Assistant

  • Boone, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Boone, NC
  • 7 days ago

Catering Cook & Kitchen Assistant Department: Catering - 170400 Minimum Qualifications 2 years experience in food preparation or service activities in a commercial kitchen; or an equivalent...

Baker FT

  • Banner Elk, NC (10 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Banner Elk, NC (10 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Overview To provide excellent guest service through bakery department activities. Responsibilities Provide polite, friendly greetings and interactions with all guests. Prepare product for sale...

Food Service Worker - Flexible Schedule

  • Lenoir, NC (22 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (22 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 15 days ago

Food Service Worker Location: CALDWELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - 40500001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours, and rotating weekends. More details will be provided during the interview process....

Crew Member

  • Boone, NC
  • 19 days ago
  • Boone, NC
  • 19 days ago

Crew Member Position In a world full of quick service options, Arby's is seeking to be different and better. We want to be different for our customers and different for our employees. When you...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Jefferson, NC (18 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Jefferson, NC (18 miles from Boone, NC)
  • 19 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location: Ashe Memorial Hospital - 200 Hospital Avenue, Jefferson, North Carolina 28640. Note: online applications accepted...

Demographic Data for Boone, NC

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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 Boone, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Boone, NC 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 Boone, NC
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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