Kitchen Staff Jobs in Benton, PA

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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Steward - Employee Dining Room

  • Wilkes Barre, PA (24 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA (24 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 3 days ago

JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIES IF YOU ARE AN EXISTING EMPLOYEE, PLEASE NAVIGATE TO THE INTERNAL JOB POSTING USING THIS LINK: Job Duties Performs deep cleaning of kitchen...

Meat Clerk Part Time

  • Hanover Township, PA (23 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hanover Township, PA (23 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJ's Wholesale Club offers a...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Bloomsburg, PA (15 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bloomsburg, PA (15 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 4 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....

Deli Clerk Part-Time Nights & Weekends Luzerne

  • Luzerne, PA (23 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Luzerne, PA (23 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 5 days ago

The Deli Clerk is responsible for performing duties as directed by the Deli Manager and/or Assistant Deli Manager for the successful operation of the Deli Department. It is essential that as a...

Crew Member

  • Bloomsburg, PA (15 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bloomsburg, PA (15 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 5 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...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Wilkes Barre, PA (24 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA (24 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 6 days ago

In most jobs, everyone doesnt spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, thats just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of...

PT Food Service Utility Worker (25 hours)

  • Nanticoke, PA (17 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Nanticoke, PA (17 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Current Position Openings - PT Food Service Utility Worker (25 hours) Position Title: PT Food Service Utility Worker (25 hours) Position Classification: Part-Time Classified Minimum Position...

Crew Member

  • Muncy, PA (20 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Muncy, PA (20 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 10 days ago

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, fun-paced environment that is challenging and allows you to apply your personality and skills in a variety of ways, becoming a Crew Member for a Dunkin Donuts...

Part-Time 4-H Summer Camp Kitchen Staff (Camp Cooks, Kitchen Assistants)

  • Luzerne, PA (23 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Luzerne, PA (23 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 18 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Penn State Extension is looking to hire part-time kitchen staff to provide food service for 4-H camp locations during camp week....

Wise Foods-Wastewater Utility Worker

  • Berwick, PA (12 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Berwick, PA (12 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 18 days ago

Location: Berwick, PA Hourly rate:$ 19.89 3rd Shift: 12am/midnight-8am Wise Snacks is seeking a Wastewater Utility Worker. You will be responsible for monitoring and operating several systems that...

Kitchen Team Member

  • Mifflinville, PA (16 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Mifflinville, PA (16 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 19 days ago

Req ID: 460971 Address: 440 W. 3rd Mifflinville, PA, 18631 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k) 100%...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Muncy, PA (20 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Muncy, PA (20 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 24 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow recipes and wrapping,...

Dishwasher

  • Wilkes Barre, PA (24 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA (24 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Work and Perks POSITION SUMMARY The Dishwasher is responsible for cleaning all dishes, silverware, glassware, utensils, and pots/pans, as well as providing support to other areas of the BOH. This...

Prep Cook

  • Wilkes Barre, PA (24 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA (24 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Work and Perks POSITION SUMMARY The Prep Cook is responsible for assisting with food preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and supporting the kitchen team with various cooking tasks....

Crew Member

  • Danville, PA (24 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Danville, PA (24 miles from Benton, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Why Wendy's Join the YCH Wendy's Team and Build a Career You'll Love! Looking for a role that's more than just a paycheck? YCH Wendy's is a growing quick service restaurant franchise. We're...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Benton, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Benton, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.4%
Bachelor's Degree
15.7%
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 Benton, PA
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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