Kitchen Staff Jobs in New Bern, 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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Cook A04

  • Havelock, NC (15 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Havelock, NC (15 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 14 hours ago

Skills and Knowledge: Working knowledge of the methods and procedures relating to food preparation in small quantities, and the skill to apply such information to cook a limited variety of prepared...

Food Service Worker A02

  • Havelock, NC (15 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Havelock, NC (15 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their...

Cook

  • New Bern, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • New Bern, NC
  • 4 days ago

Hwy 55 is looking for folks with great hustle and competitive drive to join our cook team. If you have awesome energy and thrive in a fast-paced environment, you may be a good fit for us! Flexible...

BOH Lead

  • New Bern, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • New Bern, NC
  • 4 days ago

Are you looking for a leadership position at a company with a purpose? Do you want to help grow a team on a mission to spread love and kindness through our little corner of the world? Hwy 55 is...

Cook

  • Havelock, NC (15 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Havelock, NC (15 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Working at Pizza Hut is about making hungry people happy. It's about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra cash. At Pizza Hut, you'll cook pizza, wings, pasta, and...

Crew Member-WORK TODAY, PAID TOMORROW

  • New Bern, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • New Bern, NC
  • 8 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

  • Havelock, NC (15 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Havelock, NC (15 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 8 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 Grilled Chicken Wrap, the SONIC...

Cook

  • Havelock, NC (15 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Havelock, NC (15 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Cook tasks in the restaurant may include: Preparing and cooking food orders to meet product quality standards Food preparation and portioning Cooking on the grill Operating the fry station Dressing...

Cook-WORK TODAY, PAID TOMORROW

  • New Bern, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • New Bern, NC
  • 8 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...

Food Service Worker

  • New Bern, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • New Bern, NC
  • 10 days ago

The candidate will serve food to patients and visitors, works in dish room, and assembles/ distributes bulk nourishment to the nursing floors. Keep work area clean. About CarolinaEast Health...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • New Bern, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • New Bern, NC
  • 11 days 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....

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Cherry Point, NC (14 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Cherry Point, NC (14 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 22 days ago

SCA Cook II Location: USMC GARRISON-EAST (CAMP LEJUNE) - 43830215 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings - varying days. More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment Type:...

SCA Cook II

  • Cherry Point, NC (14 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Cherry Point, NC (14 miles from New Bern, NC)
  • 22 days ago

Location Name: USMC GARRISON-EAST (CAMP LEJUNE) - 43830215 Location ID: 43830215 SCA Cook II Location: USMC GARRISON-EAST (CAMP LEJUNE) - 43830215 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings - varying...

Line/Prep Cook

  • New Bern, NC
  • 24 days ago
  • New Bern, NC
  • 24 days ago

Harbour Pointe Golf Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Line/Prep Cook. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on...

Cook

  • New Bern, NC
  • 24 days ago
  • New Bern, NC
  • 24 days ago

About our community We are an exceptional assisted living community, personalizing in the approach of ensuring every resident has their specific needs met at every stage. We strive daily to create...

Demographic Data for New Bern, NC

Moving to New Bern, NC? Find some basic demographic data about New Bern, NC below.


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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Non-Vaccine Trained Staff)
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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in New Bern, 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 New Bern, NC offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.1%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Some High School
3.9%
Some College
3.4%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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