Kitchen Staff Jobs in Sanford, 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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Food Service Worker - Apex

  • Pittsboro, NC (16 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Pittsboro, NC (16 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 17 hours ago

Food Service Worker - Apex Job Reference Number: 32819 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Education Brand: K-12-by-Elior State: North Carolina (US-NC) The Role at a glance: We are looking...

Deli Clerk FT Pittsboro NC

  • Pittsboro, NC (16 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Pittsboro, NC (16 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 17 hours ago

Overview: To provide excellent guest service through deli department activities. Responsibilities: 1. Provide polite, friendly greetings and interactions with all guests. 2. Prepare product for...

Part Time Meat Clerk

  • Carthage, NC (17 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carthage, NC (17 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 2 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

  • Holly Springs, NC (21 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Holly Springs, NC (21 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Behind every great movie is a great meal-and that's where you come in. As a Cook at AMC, you're an essential part of our Mission to Make Movies Better. With every order, you show ownership,...

Crew Member

  • Cameron, NC (18 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cameron, NC (18 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Crew Member 1608 NC 24-87, Cameron, NC, 28326 Crew Member Job Description What truly sets Biscuitville apart is our entrepreneurial spirit. We build amazing teams of passionate individuals while...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Apex, NC (20 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Apex, NC (20 miles from Sanford, 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....

Grill Cook Grill Cook

  • Holly Springs, NC (21 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Holly Springs, NC (21 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Read and measure/mix ingredients according to recipe(s) May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station, fryer, and other kitchen equipment Attends work and shows...

Cook

  • Carthage, NC (17 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Carthage, NC (17 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 6 days ago

COOK Tara Plantation of Carthage JOB SUMMARY: Prepares and serves a minimum of three nutritionally adequate, palatable meals and snacks as per daily requirements. GENERAL HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: The...

Dishwasher

  • Carthage, NC (17 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Carthage, NC (17 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 6 days ago

DISHWASHER Tara Plantation of Carthage JOB SUMMARY: Assists in the process of a minimum of three nutritionally adequate, palatable meals and snacks as per daily requirements. GENERAL HEALTH...

Senior Cook Senior Cook

  • Holly Springs, NC (21 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Holly Springs, NC (21 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Senior Cook Sodexo 3.2 ( ) Holly Springs, NC Why you should apply for a job to Sodexo : 4/5 in supportive management Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members. See all reviews...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Sanford, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Sanford, NC
  • 6 days ago

In most jobs, everyone doesn't spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, that's just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase...

Dishwasher/Delivery Driver

  • Apex, NC (20 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Apex, NC (20 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 7 days ago

un dishwasher/delivery driver (apex) J&S new york pizza perry rd compensation: $13 an hour plus tips and delivery fees employment type: job title: dishwasher/delivery we are in need of a...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Siler City, NC (16 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Siler City, NC (16 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Canteen We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. Location: Canteen - 1101 East Third Street, Siler City, North Carolina 27344. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule:...

Crew Member

  • Siler City, NC (16 miles from Sanford, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Siler City, NC (16 miles from Sanford, 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 Chili Cheese Coney, the SONIC...

Crew Member-WORK TODAY, PAID TOMORROW

  • Sanford, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Sanford, 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:...

Demographic Data for Sanford, 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)
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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Sanford, 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 Sanford, 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 Sanford, 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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