Kitchen Staff Jobs in Columbia, 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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Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Hummelstown, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Hummelstown, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 22 hours ago

Chartwells K12 We are hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Lower Dauphin School - 251 Quarry Road, Hummelstown, PA 17036. Note: online applications accepted...

Dishwasher - Harrisburg Chilis

  • Swatara, PA (22 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Swatara, PA (22 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Crew Member

  • Lebanon, PA (17 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, PA (17 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 1 day 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...

Food Service Worker 1 (12 month) - Chick-Fil-A

  • Millersville, PA (7 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Millersville, PA (7 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

FOOD PREPARATION: Complete all basic food preparation tasks in any normal kitchen or prep area which would include cleaning, peeling, dicing, chopping, slicing, dicing, and all other similar tasks related...

Food Service Worker 1 (12 month) - Chick-Fil-A Millersville University of Pennsylvania

  • Millersville, PA (7 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Millersville, PA (7 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary/Basic Function: Are you passionate about providing excellent customer service and working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Millersville University's dining services is looking for...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Ephrata, PA (18 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ephrata, PA (18 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: SALAD & SANDWICH MAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything...

Sous Chef I - Summer Camp

  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

This position may be responsible for supervising aspects of the kitchen, staff and production. The site, a small camp for children, will host 200 campers and 40 staff for approximately five weeks....

Food Service Worker: Lancaster, Pa (Full-Time-Days)

  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Food Service Worker: Lancaster, Pa (Full-Time-Days) Job ID: 253352 Category: Food/Nutrition Services Work Type: FT Location: Lancaster, PA, United States Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to...

Kitchen Team Member

  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Wage:$16.00 an hour This is a full time kitchen position at our Rohrerstown Road Fresh Foods, requiring Monday - Sunday availability, 6am-4pm. Attention food lovers, are you ready to do...

Cook

  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Food preparation and cooking skills include but are not limited to: measuring, washing, peeling, cutting, grilling, baking, roasting, broiling, steaming, carving and portioning foods....

Dishwasher

  • Hershey, PA (16 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hershey, PA (16 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Knowledge: Strong knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in a restaurant Relies on experience and good judgment to plan and accomplish goals General knowledge of commercial dishwashing...

Grill Cook

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

preparation so that all items for check are finished at the same time Properly maintain and operate equipment effectively....

Food Service Worker - VARIED SHIFT - Main Kitchen

  • Hershey, PA (16 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hershey, PA (16 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Apply now Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center Location: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.00 Shift: Varied Evening Shift Differential: $2.00/hour, Night Shift Differential:...

Dietary Line Cook

  • Lititz, PA (13 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lititz, PA (13 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

preparation Able to work all areas of the kitchen Stand in kitchen environment for long periods of time Must have a BG Check Completed Qualification Must get a Flu Shot during Flu Season Background...

Sous Chef

  • Hershey, PA (16 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hershey, PA (16 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Join the team at the Hersheypark Entertainment Complex, an award-winning property featuring Hersheypark amusement park, GIANT Center arena, Hersheypark Stadium, ZooAmerica North American Wildlife...

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Columbia, PA

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 Columbia, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.8%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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