Kitchen Staff Jobs in East Ridge, TN

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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Cook

  • Cleveland, TN (18 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (18 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 12 days ago

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions....

Dishwasher

  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 10 days ago

Dishwasher Job Reference Number: 30758 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Dining & Events Brand: Corporate-Chefs State: Tennessee (US-TN) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add an...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Ft Oglethorpe, GA (4 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Ft Oglethorpe, GA (4 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 2 hours ago

In most jobs, everyone doesnt spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, thats just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of...

Cook

  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 10 hours ago

Cook Location: ERLANGER WOMENS EAST HOSPITAL - 63112008 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process....

Cook

  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 18 hours ago

Team Collaboration: Work effectively with other kitchen staff, including kitchen aides and dietary aides, to ensure smooth meal service operations....

Dishwasher (Part-Time) - Village Market - Collegedale, Tennessee

  • Collegedale, TN (10 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Collegedale, TN (10 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 22 hours ago

Education and/or Experience: A high school degree or GED equivalent is preferred; Previous dishwashing experience in a food service setting is preferred, but not required....

Line Cook

  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 1 day ago

The Job: As a SONIC Drive-In Crew Member which may include Frozen, Fountain, Expo, or Switchboard your primary responsibility is to provide every guest with a SuperSONIC experience by: Creating...

Food Service Worker - Immediate Openings

  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Food Service Worker Location: ERLANGER WOMENS EAST HOSPITAL - 63112008 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Grocery Line Cook

  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

Restaurant Crew

  • East Ridge, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • East Ridge, TN
  • 2 days ago

Restaurant Team Member Are you looking for an exciting fast-paced work environment where you will be part of a team? Do you take pride in providing exceptional customer service? The Restaurant...

Bakery Production Team Member (Food Preparation) - Part Time

  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 3 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 3 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow recipes and wrapping,...

Rock City Food & Beverage Cook (Full-Time). Job in Lookout Mountain Gr8Jobs

  • Lookout Mountain, GA (11 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lookout Mountain, GA (11 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 3 days ago

Summary Typical Work Schedules Occur Between 9am - 8pm; Candidates Work 5 Days a Week with 2 Days Off. Provides excellent guest service by preparing menu items as directed and in a timely manner....

Cook

  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (5 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 3 days ago

COOK/FT: DAY 6A-2P & 11A-7P,,, You have seasoned kitchen skills, a passion for delicious meals, and a spirit of hospitality. Come put those great traits to work in a place where you truly make a...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Signal Mountain, TN (13 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Signal Mountain, TN (13 miles from East Ridge, TN)
  • 4 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Alexian Village Tennessee 437 Alexian Way, Signal Mountain, TN 37377. Note: online applications accepted only....

Demographic Data for East Ridge, TN

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in East Ridge, TN

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 East Ridge, TN offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.6%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
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 East Ridge, TN
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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