Kitchen Staff Jobs in Huntingdon, 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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Deli Team Member

  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 14 hours ago

Location: 345 Colonnade Blvd. State College, PA 16803 Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, Afternoon, Evening. Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older Time Type: Part time Pay...

Crew Member

  • Granville, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Granville, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 17 hours 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...

Crew Member

  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Jersey Mike's Subs is looking for Crew Members!!! Become part of Jersey Mike's vibrant organization and take advantage of this Giant Opportunity! If you like to have fun and enjoy sharing your...

Food Service Worker (Union - PHHD) - 13512

  • Tyrone, PA (17 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tyrone, PA (17 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 2 days ago

. -6+ months of previous kitchen area experience preferred -Food preparation skills preferred -Food Safety - HACCP - Serv Safe Food Safety Course preferred WHAT WE OFFER: Competitive Compensation based...

Openers & Days: Food Service / Cook / Kitchen

  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 3 days ago

The successful Food/Kitchen Service Crew Member is able to: Answering questions about menu items and promotions Prepare Ingredients and Menu Items Restocking product and workstations Using food preparation...

Cook (P1-1383209-0)

  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 4 days ago

COOK (P1-1383209-0) LOCATION University Park, PA POSTED 10/01/2024 TYPE Panda Restaurant Group JOB ID P1-1383209-0 Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our...

Cook

  • Reedsville, PA (17 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Reedsville, PA (17 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Reedsville, PA 1 DAYS AGO 21560999 Summary Reedsville, PA $9.00 - $15.00 per Hour 1 Years Experience No formal schooling No Commisssion 35.00 hours per week / Day, Weekend Shift /Full-Time...

Dishwasher

  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 4 days ago

As a dishwasher, you will help to ensure the kitchen staff has clean dishes and supplies needed to prepare our unique culinary offerings....

92G Food Service Specialist

  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 5 days ago

It takes energy to keep the Army National Guard marching on, and that's where you take the lead. As a Food Service Specialist for the Guard, it's your duty to provide the sustenance your fellow...

Line Cook Full-Time Penn State University Athletics

  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Line Cook | Full-Time | Penn State University Athletics Oak View Group - Entry Level University Park PA Chef/Cook 0 3 days ago In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now"...

Cook's Helper

  • Hollidaysburg, PA (23 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hollidaysburg, PA (23 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Garvey Manor - HOLLIDAYSBURG, PA Position Type : Full Time Education Level : High School Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Evening Description Purpose of Position...

Cook - Late Night Shift

  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Starting hiring pay at: $15 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising...

Restaurant Crewmember

  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Starting hiring pay: $15 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant team....

Line Cook

  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • State College, PA (15 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Line Cook | Full-Time | Penn State University Athletics Location US-PA-University Park Job ID 2025-24119 Location Name Penn State University Athletics Category Concessions / Premium Seating Type...

Dishwasher

  • Lewistown, PA (17 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lewistown, PA (17 miles from Huntingdon, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Lewistown, PA 1 DAYS AGO 21530411 Summary Lewistown, PA Competitive Salary 0 Years Experience No formal schooling No Commisssion 9.00 hours per week / Evening, Weekend Shift /Part-Time Description...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Huntingdon, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Huntingdon, 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 Huntingdon, 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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