Kitchen Staff Jobs in Canton, SD

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 Assistant/Trayline/Kitchen - Part Time

  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 11 days ago

Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement...

Market Grille Cook

  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 11 hours ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Night & Weekend Shifts Required - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a...

Kitchen Staff

  • Hull, IA (24 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Hull, IA (24 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 15 hours ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Iowa $27k - $33k Per Year Kitchen Staff Opaa!...

Server Assistant (Full Time), Cascata Italian Cuisine - Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown - Now Hiring

  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 16 hours ago

Retrieve and transport dirty tableware to dishwashing area Respond to guest inquiries and requests and resolve issues in a timely, friendly and efficient manner What are we looking for?...

Dishwasher - Now Hiring

  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 17 hours ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like Care beyond the table - At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. It's an...

Cook - Canton Medical Center - PRN - Full-time

  • Canton, SD
  • 17 hours ago
  • Canton, SD
  • 17 hours ago

Careers With Purpose With 46 medical centers and over 200 senior care locations across the United States, Sanford Health and the Good Samaritan Society have many patients, residents, staff, and...

Dishwasher - Now Hiring

  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 17 hours 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...

Rivage Oak Kitchen - Assistant General M...

  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 1 day ago

Sioux Falls, SD Management Rivage Oak Kitchen - Assistant General Manager Rivage Oak Kitchen - Assistant General Manager Duchess Investments LLC Posted/Updated: Today Job Description RIVAGE OAK...

Cafeteria Worker

  • Harrisburg, SD (8 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Harrisburg, SD (8 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 2 days ago

The majority of this position will include dishwashing, stocking and replenishing food, beverages and supplies, maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and serving areas, and ensuring...

Baker

  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 3 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Breakfast Cook

  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 4 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): Must be 18+ - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully...

Kitchen Team Member

  • Sioux Falls, SD (20 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD (20 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 5 days ago

Req ID: 467913 Address: 5301 N. Cliff Ave. Sioux Falls, SD, 57104 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling *...

Sous Chef - Blue Rock

  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 5 days ago

Assists with all daily functions within the kitchen such as scheduling kitchen staff, purchasing products, developing menus, processing paperwork, food cost controls in food prep and production....

Food Service Worker - Immediate Openings

  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD (17 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 5 days ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: AUGUSTANA UNIVERSITY - 55418005 Workdays/shifts : Afternoon/evenings - varying days. More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment...

2025-26 Substitute Kitchen Assistants (open until filled)

  • Harrisburg, SD (8 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Harrisburg, SD (8 miles from Canton, SD)
  • 6 days ago

2025-26 Substitute Kitchen Assistants (open until filled) Harrisburg SchoolDistrict District Wide - Harrisburg, South Dakota This job is also posted in Harrisburg SchoolDistrict Job Details Job...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Canton, SD

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Canton, SD 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
12.7%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.4%
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 Canton, SD
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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