Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lexington, 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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Restaurant Crew Member

  • Salisbury, NC (14 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Salisbury, NC (14 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 22 hours ago

Req ID: 458957 Address: 1105 Peeler Rd Suite 100 Salisbury, NC, 28146 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling *...

Kitchen Team Member

  • Salisbury, NC (14 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salisbury, NC (14 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Req ID: 461112 Address: 1105 Peeler Rd Suite 100 Salisbury, NC, 28146 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling *...

Cook- Occasional

  • Spencer, NC (13 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Spencer, NC (13 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 9 hours ago

Grow your culinary career with Culinary Services Group. Were looking for Cooks to prepare delicious meals that make residents smile. In addition to daily cooking responsibilities, this role will...

Cook

  • Asheboro, NC (23 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Asheboro, NC (23 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 9 hours ago

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions....

Kitchen Team Member

  • Lexington, NC (12 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, NC (12 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 1 day ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonalds USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonalds logos and food products,...

Crew Member

  • Salisbury, NC (14 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Salisbury, NC (14 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Crew Member 515 Jake Alexander Blvd, West, Salisbury, NC, 28147 Crew Member Job Description What truly sets Biscuitville apart is our entrepreneurial spirit. We build amazing teams of passionate...

Crew Member

  • Jamestown, NC (23 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jamestown, NC (23 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 2 days ago

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD** Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the...

Cook

  • Salisbury, NC (14 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Salisbury, NC (14 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Summary This position is located in the Nutrition and Food Service at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salisbury, North Carolina. The person in this position prepares nutritious, high...

Food Service Worker - Immediate Openings

  • Misenheimer, NC (17 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Misenheimer, NC (17 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: PFEIFFER UNIVERSITY - 72150001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview...

Cook

  • New London, NC (19 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • New London, NC (19 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 4 days ago

See Education and/or experience in food preparation that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade equivalent to one year of experience in a commercial and/or...

Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Misenheimer, NC (17 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Misenheimer, NC (17 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Location Name: PFEIFFER UNIVERSITY - 72150001 Location ID: 72150001 Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: PFEIFFER UNIVERSITY - 72150001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open...

Food Prep Helper

  • Misenheimer, NC (17 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Misenheimer, NC (17 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Location Name: PFEIFFER UNIVERSITY - 72150001 Location ID: 72150001 Food Prep Helper Location: PFEIFFER UNIVERSITY - 72150001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability...

Part Time Baker

  • Clemmons, NC (21 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Clemmons, NC (21 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 5 days ago

This is a part time position. Responsible for baking products according to standards and processing/packaging/stocking Fresh Foods products according to Fresh Foods Standards, cleaning work areas,...

Crew Member

  • Asheboro, NC (23 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Asheboro, NC (23 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Flexible scheduling with a side of always feeling valued. McDonalds offers a job combo that will fit YOU. PERKS & BENEFITS: + Competitive pay from $14.00 - $17.82 / hour plus cash incentives +...

Popeyes Cook

  • Mocksville, NC (24 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mocksville, NC (24 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

Demographic Data for Lexington, NC

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
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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 Lexington, NC

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 Lexington, NC offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.5%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.6%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
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 Lexington, 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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