Kitchen Staff Jobs in Tennessee

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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Wilderness at the Smokies

Line Cook

SUMMARY: A Line Cook coordinates with the Kitchen Supervisor and Kitchen Manager by performing food preparation tasks....

Wilderness at the Smokies

Prep Cook

SUMMARY: A Prep Cook coordinates with the Kitchen Supervisor and Kitchen Manager to prepare food by chopping and washing vegetable and meats as well as arranging salads, breads, sauces and...

Chef de Cuisine (Nelson's Green Brier Distillery)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, 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....

Cook

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 90+ days ago

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

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Monteagle, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Monteagle, TN
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads. Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes....

Temporary Cook

  • Camden, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Camden, TN
  • 9 days ago

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

PRN Temporary Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Camden, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Camden, TN
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads. Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes....

Dietary Cook

  • Nashville, TN
  • moments ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • moments 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
  • 17 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 17 hours ago

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

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 17 hours ago

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member Chuck E Cheese 401(k) United States, Tennessee, Knoxville 8225 Kingston Pike (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around...

Dishwasher

  • Bartlett, TN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bartlett, TN
  • 17 hours ago

Dishwasher Dine Brands Global United States, Illinois, Bartlett Jun 11, 2025 2890 Bartlett Blvd. Bartlett, TN 38134-4581 Based inPasadena, California,Dine Brands Global, Inc.(NYSE: DIN), through...

Executive Chef Franklin Marriott Cool Springs Franklin, TN

  • Franklin, TN
  • 18 hours ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 18 hours ago

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

Executive Chef Holiday Inn Nashville Stadium Nashville, TN

  • Nashville, TN
  • 18 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 18 hours ago

Executive Chef Holiday Inn Nashville Stadium Nashville, TN Unleash Your Culinary Genius in the Heart of Nashville Are you a talented and enterprising chef with a flair for creating culinary...

Food Service Utility (On Call)

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 18 hours ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 18 hours ago

Morrison Healthcare + We are hiring immediately for on call FOOD SERVICE UTILITY positions. + Location: Ballad Health JCMC - 400 N State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN 37604 Note: online...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 19 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 19 hours ago

Morrison Healthcare + We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. + Location: Knoxville Labor Pool - Knoxville, TN Area. Note: online applications accepted only. +...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Tennessee

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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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