Kitchen Staff Jobs in West Columbia, 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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Bluebird Kitchen Cook PT

  • Blythewood, SC (16 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Blythewood, SC (16 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 1 day ago

To produce all assigned menu items efficiently and consistently while following the specifications, recipes, and techniques of Kjs and the Bluebird Kitchen. Come grow with grocery at Kjs Market!...

Relief Kitchen Helper

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ 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

  • North, SC (22 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 3 hours ago
  • North, SC (22 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 3 hours ago

What you'll be doing: Quality and portion control Food preparation Creative food presentation Maintaining kitchen Ensuring food is stored properly Following safe food handling policies, procedures and...

Domino's Crew Member (5604)

  • Irmo, SC (15 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Irmo, SC (15 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 6 hours ago

Company Description Domino's began humbly in 1960, with a history of starting small but dreaming big, which remains at the core of our brand. Hard work, ambition, and a passion for pizza have...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 10 hours ago

Morrison Healthcare + We are hiring immediately for full time and part time COOK positions. + Location: Prisma Health Baptist - 400 Palmetto Health Parkway, Columbia, South Carolina 29210. Note:...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Columbia, SC (6 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC (6 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 22 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time COOK positions. Location: Prisma Health Baptist - 400 Palmetto Health Parkway, Columbia, South Carolina 29210. Note: online applications...

Food Service Team Member

  • West Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • West Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

Position : Food Service Team Member Are you looking to have fun in a work environment where you can express your talents and creativity, while making a difference in the lives of others? Come join...

Cook

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 1 day ago

You Matter** **Its more than a career. Its a calling.** Everything we do is about taking care of people. + _Taking Care of Our Patients._ + _Taking Care of Our People._ + _Taking Care of Our...

Cook

  • Lexington, SC (10 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, SC (10 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Cook Job Details Job Location 4481-Lexington Place - LEXINGTON, SC Description JOB SUMMARY The Cook is responsible for maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen, preparing all food orders within a...

Server Assistant

  • West Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago

Server Assistant Job Details Job Location 3385-West Columbia - WEST COLUMBIA, SC Description JOB SUMMARY The Server Assistant is responsible for providing a friendly welcome and farewell to all...

Deli / Hot Bar Cook (Grocery)

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Helpful and Preferred Knowledge and Experience Previous experience with food preparation/cooking in a restaurant, bakery or catering environment preferred....

Dishwasher

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 3 days ago

NOW HIRING FULL TIME & PART TIME DISHWASHER / DISH MACHINE OPERATORS Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar/Thrive Restaurant Group is looking for the next team member to join our team and help love...

Line Cook

  • Lexington, SC (10 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lexington, SC (10 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 3 days ago

NOW HIRING FULL TIME & PART TIME COOK / KITCHEN TEAM MEMBER'S Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar/Thrive Restaurant Group is looking for the next team member to join our team and help love people...

Sous Chef

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 3 days ago

Previous Experience Three years food preparation experience. ServSafe or Food Handling Certified. Knowledge of HAACP Culinary training, must be 18 or older....

Baker PT Columbia SC

  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (2 miles from West Columbia, SC)
  • 3 days ago

Overview: To provide excellent guest service through bakery department activities. Responsibilities: 1. Provide polite, friendly greetings and interactions with all guests. 2. Prepare product for...

Demographic Data for West Columbia, SC

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
This seminar is designed to be an experimental and hands-on approach to applied chemistry (as seen in cooking). Cooking may be the oldest and most widespread application of chemistry and recipes...
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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in West Columbia, 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 West Columbia, SC 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
12.7%
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 West Columbia, 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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