Kitchen Staff Jobs in Smyrna, 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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Chef de Cuisine (Nelson's Green Brier Distillery)

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Set up control systems to assure quality and consistency of food preparation. Working collaboratively with culinary leadership to innovate and create branded menus and event items....

Line Cook, Social Club

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 3 hours ago

staff Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef's instructions Clean up station and take care of leftover food Stock inventory appropriately Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high...

Sous Chef - Henley

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 3 hours ago

. + Lead and train kitchen staff, and establish a working schedule. + Interview and hire employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints...

Deli Clerk

  • Murfreesboro, TN (16 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN (16 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 7 hours ago

Job Introduction If you'd be excited to work in a professional kitchen preparing and cooking meals, consider applying for the position of Deli Clerk. As one of the fastest growing natural foods...

Line Cook

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 7 hours ago

Job Description NOW HIRING / IMMEDIATELY HIRING: LINE and PREP COOKS Part-time or full-time hours at a highly competitive rate of pay. Comprehensive benefits program offered to all team members -...

Dishwasher

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 7 hours ago

Job Description NOW HIRING / IMMEDIATELY HIRING: DISHWASHERS Get paid after each day worked with our partner Daily Pay! Part-time or full-time hours at a highly competitive rate of pay....

Grill Cook

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 7 hours ago

Job Description NOW HIRING / IMMEDIATELY HIRING: GRILL COOKS Part-time or full-time hours at a highly competitive rate of pay. Comprehensive benefits program offered to all team members -...

Server Assistant

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 hours ago

Job Description Founded in 1991, Logan's Roadhouse revisits the classic roadhouse from days past and brings it to life in a modern way through its welcoming hospitality, attentive service and...

Line Cook

  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 hours ago

Compensation Range $18.00 - $21.75 / Hour Overview: Hiring Immediately! Located at CoolSprings Galleria - 1800 Galleria Blvd Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours...

Prep Cook

  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 hours ago

Compensation Range $18.00 - $21.25 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Dishwasher

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 8 hours ago

Compensation Range $17.50 - $19.25 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Dietary Cook

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 9 hours ago

Dietary Cook NOW OFFERING DAILY PAY We are looking for a talented and hard-working Cook to join our ever-growing team. JOB DUTIES: To prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal,...

Dishwasher Hilton BNA Nashville Airport Terminal Nashville, TN

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

The ability to operate a dishwashing machine, careful dishware handling and floor maintenance is expected....

Executive Chef Franklin Marriott Cool Springs Franklin, TN

  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative team environment that encourages growth and development....

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, TN (24 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member Chuck E Cheese 401(k) United States, Tennessee, Franklin 3073 Mallory Lane (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around...

Demographic Data for Smyrna, TN

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Smyrna, 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 Smyrna, 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 Smyrna, 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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