Kitchen Staff Jobs in Hickory, 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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Dishwasher - Hickory Chili's

  • Hickory, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 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...

Short order cook/ prep /deep fyer

  • Hickory, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 1 day ago

Need kitchen help for a fast-paced Cafe. Must be able to multitask. Duties include, deep frying, preparing food and short order cooking, cleaning. Monday-Friday 8:00am-2:30 pm No weekends or major...

Cook

  • Hickory, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 4 days ago

Cook Overview Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity No Late Nights! Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Cooks have the option to explore...

Cook - Franchise

  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Job Requirements This job posting is for employment at an independently owned and operated franchisee of Denny's. At Denny's, we love feeding people. If you have a passion for food and serving...

Utility Worker

  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Location Name: CALDWELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - 40500001 Location ID: 40500001 Utility Worker Location: CALDWELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - 40500001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open...

Food Service Worker

  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Location Name: CALDWELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - 40500001 Location ID: 40500001 Food Service Worker Location: CALDWELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - 40500001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours, and...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Requirement: Prior cash handling, commercial food preparation, bakery, or deli experience preferred, but not required. Willing to train! Pay Range: $10.00 per hour to $12.00 per hour....

Kitchen Team Member

  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Req ID: 461114 Address: 1760 Southfork Dr Newton, NC, 28658 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Dishwasher

  • Hickory, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 9 days ago

Text "HIREME" to 30437 to apply now! By texting HIREME to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Outback Steakhouse. Text HELP for help or .... Msg&data...

Cook

  • Hickory, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 10 days ago

Overview Text “BACON” to 25000 to schedule an interview! Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people....

Dishwasher

  • Hickory, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 10 days ago

Overview Text “BACON” to 25000 to schedule an interview! Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Hickory, NC
  • 12 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 12 days ago

Position Summary... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow...

Cook (Full-Time) - Restaurant Crew

  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 13 days ago

preparation and cooking equipment Maintain product levels in assigned stations in order to be prepared for immediate needs Prepare and cook food items according to company standards Accurately assemble...

Cashier (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew

  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 13 days ago

As the team at Zaxbys expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxbys is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and enjoy great food. To our...

Cashier (Full-Time) - Restaurant Crew

  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 13 days ago

As the team at Zaxbys expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxbys is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and enjoy great food. To our...

Demographic Data for Hickory, NC

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Hickory, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Hickory, NC 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 Hickory, 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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