Kitchen Staff Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Line Cook

  • Leola, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Leola, PA
  • 4 days ago

carte Experience Technical Skills: Seafood Preparation Sauce Making Sautéing Techniques Grilling Skills Knife Skills About Reflections: Reflections is a renowned restaurant in Leola, PA known for its...

Cook

  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago

Join our team at the Houlihans Restaurant + Bar, modern American restaurant and bar located in the Hershey Press Building where you will utilize scratch methods by using real, whole ingredients to...

Pastry Cook - EC

  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago

Exhibits solid knowledge, understanding and application of all fundamental techniques of pastry and baked goods....

Lead Pastry Cook

  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago

Skills and knowledge in the realm of kitchen production, various dessert styles, baked goods, confectionary and finishing techniques....

Cook - Hershey Lodge

  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago

Join the team at Hershey Lodge, an award-winning resort best known for being warm, welcoming, and distinctly Hershey. Offering 665 guest rooms and 100,000 square feet of function space, Hershey...

PM Kitchen Helper

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 14 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 14 days ago

Resort Lifestyle Communities is accepting applications for a full-time Kitchen Helper to ensure a first-class dining experience for residents and their guests. The Kitchen Helper works...

Relief Kitchen Helper

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Resort Lifestyle Communities is accepting applications for a full-time Relief Kitchen Helper to ensure a first-class dining experience for residents and their guests. The Relief Kitchen Helper...

Cook - Chocolatier

  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago

Join the team at The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio, a year round, full service restaurant located at Hersheypark. The Chocolatier serves up family fare with a fun spin, and hints of...

Cook - The Hotel Hershey

  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago

Join the team at The Hotel Hershey, a luxury resort best known for its refined elegance, signature services, and abundant amenities. The Hotel Hershey is situated high atop the town of Hershey and...

Pastry Cook - The Hotel Hershey

  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 11 days ago

This individual also displays leadership in the realm of kitchen production, plated desserts, baked goods and finishing techniques....

Line Cook 1

  • Hershey, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Devon Seafood + Steak-Comfortably upscale and refined. Devon provides the perfect atmosphere for guests to enjoy simply prepared seafood sourced globally and premium steaks. Our wine cellar offers...

Cook

  • Washington, PA
  • 28 days ago
  • Washington, PA
  • 28 days ago

The pay rate for this position is $16 / hour or more based on experience. Parkhurst Dining is a family-owned and operated company that provides culinary, dining and catering services to over 80...

Cook

  • Hazleton, PA
  • 29 days ago
  • Hazleton, PA
  • 29 days ago

Role: Cook Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At HCSG, we are...

Concession Cook Part-Time Penn State University Athletics

  • Penn, PA
  • moments ago
  • Penn, PA
  • moments ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Deli Team Member

  • Blawnox, PA
  • moments ago
  • Blawnox, PA
  • moments ago

Our Sales Clerks are responsible for help ensuring our guests' needs are met. Our Sales Clerks are assigned to a primary area, but, in addition to your primary area, you will also be fully trained...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania 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
12.6%
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 Pennsylvania
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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