Kitchen Staff Jobs in Sumter, SC

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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Location: Sumter, US-SC Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Cook - Restaurant 201251 - 202 W. Liberty Street, Sumter, SC 29150 Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager Department: Field...

Kitchen/Cook

  • Sumter, SC
  • 13 days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 13 days ago

At Pizza Hut, our vision is to "Connect People Through the JOY of Pizza." As a Pizza Hut / Team SRC Team Member, you can be the smiling face that greets and serves the customers or a cook who make...

Dishwasher - Sumter-Hielan

  • Sumter, SC
  • 18 days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 18 days 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...

Cook (On Call)

  • Manning, SC (19 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Manning, SC (19 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 21 days ago

We are hiring immediately for on call COOK positions. Location : McLeod Health Clarendon - 10 East Hospital Street, Manning, SC 29102. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : On call...

Line Cook - Sumter-Hielan

  • Sumter, SC
  • 25 days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 25 days 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...

Kitchen Team Member

  • Summerton, SC (22 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 25 days ago
  • Summerton, SC (22 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 25 days ago

Req ID: 460964 Address: 401 Buff Boulevard Summerton, SC, 29148 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Summerton, SC (22 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Summerton, SC (22 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 26 days ago

Req ID: 459736 Address: 401 Buff Boulevard Summerton, SC, 29148 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Dishwasher

  • Sumter, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Why You Want to Work Here: We offer weekly pay and competitive wages Flexible scheduling Options for medical, dental and vision starting at less than $10/week Life insurance, short-term...

Cook

  • Sumter, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 30+ days ago

preparation and serving areas, tools, and equipment to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices Substituting for or assisting other cooks and kitchen positions during peak business...

Food Service Cook

  • Sumter, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Why NHC? At NHC, we “Put our Heart in Everything We Do!” We take pride in working together as a team in our family-oriented work environment. We provide a culture of excellence, recognition,...

Cook

  • Sumter, SC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 60+ days ago

Restaurant Crew - Cook (up to $14/hr) Essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following:Assemble and package menu items to company standards. Responsible for prepping all food...

Cook (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew

  • Bishopville, SC (23 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bishopville, SC (23 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

preparation and cooking equipment Maintain product levels in assigned stations in order to be prepared for immediate needs Prepare and cook food items according to company standards Accurately assemble...

Cashier (Part-Time) - Restaurant Crew

  • Bishopville, SC (23 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bishopville, SC (23 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

As the team at Zaxby's expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxby's is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and enjoy great food. To...

Cook (Full-Time) - Restaurant Crew

  • Bishopville, SC (23 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bishopville, SC (23 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

preparation and cooking equipment Maintain product levels in assigned stations in order to be prepared for immediate needs Prepare and cook food items according to company standards Accurately assemble...

Cashier (Full-Time) - Restaurant Crew

  • Bishopville, SC (23 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bishopville, SC (23 miles from Sumter, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

As the team at Zaxby's expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxby's is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and enjoy great food. To...

Demographic Data for Sumter, SC

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Sumter, SC

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 Sumter, SC offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.9%
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 Sumter, SC
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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