Kitchen Staff Jobs in Rocky Mount, 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.

1-15 of 35 Jobs

Sous Chef

  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 21 hours ago

Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food preparation and service. Maintain cleanliness and organization in all kitchen areas and equipment....

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 21 hours ago

Role: Food Service Worker Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and serving meals for residents in a...

Cook-WORK TODAY, PAID TOMORROW

  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 5 hours ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 5 hours 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...

Crew Member

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 5 hours 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

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 5 hours 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...

Crew Member-WORK TODAY, PAID TOMORROW

  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 5 hours ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 5 hours 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:...

Utility Worker, Part-Time (Barton College)

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 21 hours ago

work Ability to exert continuous physical effort including frequent bending, walking and lifting Previous dishwashing experience preferred Superior customer service standards Ability to maintain a...

Cook

  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 21 hours ago

Overview Role: Cook Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At HCSG,...

Cook

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 21 hours ago

This position will be responsible for preparing and storing food for consumption by residents of the facility in accordance with sanitation standards. This is technician level work in the kitchen....

Lead Cook- Greenfield School - Now Hiring

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Lead Cook- Greenfield School Job Reference Number: 30015 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Education Brand: Aladdin-Campus-Dining State: North Carolina (US-NC) The Role at a glance: We...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 3 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....

Hospital Cook - PRN Rocky Mount Specialty

  • Wesleyan Col, NC (8 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wesleyan Col, NC (8 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Overview If you're looking for a schedule that fits your lifestyle, check out PAM Health. Some things that our hospital can offer YOU: Opportunities for growth and advancement Flexible scheduling...

Cook, Part-Time (Barton College)

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 4 days ago

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Cook at Barton College in Wilson, NC. Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most...

Part Time Meat Clerk

  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (19 miles from Rocky Mount, NC)
  • 4 days ago

This is a part time position. Responsible for processing/packaging/stocking meat products according to Meat Standards, cleaning work areas, providing customer service unloading stock, and...

Cook

  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 10 days ago

Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Cook...

Demographic Data for Rocky Mount, NC

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
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...
Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS
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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 Rocky Mount, 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 Rocky Mount, NC 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 Rocky Mount, 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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