Kitchen Staff Jobs in Columbus, OH

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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Pastry Chef

  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Our Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll create beautiful and delicious art...

Baker

  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods. Assist in maintaining Bakery backroom, cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries....

Baker

  • Columbus, OH
  • 19 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 19 days ago

Understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods. Assist in maintaining Bakery backroom, cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries....

Cook - Mount Carmel New Albany

  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 25 days ago
  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 25 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Senior Cook II 5a-8p Position Purpose: With five hospitals, over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics, a college of nursing, a Medicare...

Rusty Bucket New Albany-Cook

  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 2 hours ago

RUSTY BUCKET RESTAURANT AND TAVERN is seeking a LINE COOK to join our team! Who are We? We are a fun, fast, friendly Neighborhood Tavern. What is Your Role? To make “Raving Fans” of our...

Rusty Bucket Clintonville-Cook

  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 hours ago

RUSTY BUCKET RESTAURANT AND TAVERN is seeking a LINE COOK to join our team! Who are We? We are a fun, fast, friendly Neighborhood Tavern. What is Your Role? To make “Raving Fans” of our...

Cook for Catering & FOH Support, Full-time, $18/hr.

  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 hours ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Cook for Catering and FOH, Full-time. This position is scheduled daytime hours Monday...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Columbus, OH (12 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH (12 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 5 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Twin Valley Behavioral Health - 2200 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43223. Note: online applications accepted...

Cook (Part Time)

  • Columbus, OH (12 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH (12 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 5 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time COOK position. Location : Twin Valley - 2200 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43223. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Part time...

Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Full Time

  • Upper Arlington, OH (8 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Upper Arlington, OH (8 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 6 hours ago

Performs all duties related to dishwashing and maintaining general cleanliness of the kitchen area....

Busser/Server Assistant-Cap City Grandview

  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 hours ago

CAMERON MITCHELL RESTAURANTS is seeking a SERVER ASSISTANT to join our team! Who are We? We are Great People Delivering Genuine Hospitality. What is Your Role? To make “Raving Fans” of our...

Evening Prep Cook

  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 hours ago

Beer Barrel Pizza & Grill is seeking motivated and reliable candidates to join our team! For this position, we are seeking full-time candidates t hat can produce high quality results in a...

Dishwasher

  • Powell, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Powell, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Required Experience Prior restaurant or dishwashing experience is preferred, but not required. Must be friendly, display a positive attitude, and have good teamwork skills....

Lead Sous Chef

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

compliance with all HACCP, safety, and sanitation guidelines Monitoring inventory and rotating stock to prevent waste Training kitchen staff and promoting a clean, safe, and productive work environment...

Food Service Specialist

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

individual trays for special diets; operates gas and electrical food service equipment such as stove, slicer, mixer, food processor, steam table, coffee pot; supervises a crew of residents to do meal prep...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Columbus, OH

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 Columbus, OH 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 Columbus, OH
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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