Kitchen Staff Jobs in Abilene, TX

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

  • Abilene, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 30+ days ago

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

Prep Cook - N Abilene Chili's

  • Abilene, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 3 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Cook

  • Abilene, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 9 days ago

Cook Lifespace Communities paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 403(b), retirement plan United States, Texas, Abilene 2617 Antilley Road (Show on map) Jun 03, 2025 Community:...

Utility Steward/Dishwasher - DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene

  • Abilene, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 13 days ago

DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center Located across the street from the Abilene Convention Center in the heart of downtown, among restaurants and businesses. Features the...

Prep Cook/Tortilla Prep

  • Abilene, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 13 days ago

Prep Cook/Tortilla Prep The Torchy's legacy began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with an idea, a dedicated executive chef, and a food trailer to now operating in locations across multiple states. OUR...

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Abilene, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 13 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time CASHIER/FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Hendrick Medical Center - 1900 Pine Street, Abilene, TX 79601. Note: online applications accepted only....

Grill Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Abilene, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 13 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time GRILL COOK positions. Location : Hendrick Medical Center - 1900 Pine Street, Abilene, TX 79601. Note: online applications accepted only....

Cook

  • Abilene, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 14 days ago

Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride. As a Cook...

Jason's Deli Team Member

  • Abilene, TX
  • 16 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 16 days ago

repetitively; maintain regular attendance; use equipment including telephones, cash registers, calculators, knives, meat slicers, buffalo choppers, the robocoupe, drills, mixers, can openers, scales, and dishwashing...

Dishwasher

  • Abilene, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 19 days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Line Cook Cocinero De La Linea

  • Abilene, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 19 days ago

Line Cook – Fry, Grill, Sauté, Steam, Taco The Torchy's legacy began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with an idea, a dedicated executive chef, and a food trailer to now operating in locations across...

Dishwasher

  • Abilene, TX
  • 23 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 23 days ago

staff Cleans work areas and all equipment used in food preparation Follows safety and sanitation rules and practices May help bus and set tables and perform other cleaning duties as required (cleaning...

Cook II

  • Abilene, TX
  • 24 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 24 days ago

May be required to supervise/train others in food preparation....

EHS - Head Cook

  • Abilene, TX
  • 25 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 25 days ago

Follow written and oral directions for food preparation and related activities. Coordinate and produce work in the allotted time....

Cook - Evening & Late Night Shift

  • Abilene, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Starting hiring pay at: $12.5 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising...

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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...
Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS
The health and wellbeing of NHS staff is essential to the quality of care provided to patients, service users and communities. The Covid-19 pandemic placed unprecedented pressures on the health...
Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Vaccine Trained Staff)
This two-week course will help you gain an understanding of why vaccines can help protect the health of those living or working in prisons and those around them. Whats more, youll develop the...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Abilene, TX

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 Abilene, TX 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 Abilene, TX
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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