Kitchen Staff Jobs in Gatesville, 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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Crew Member

  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Fun. Flexible hours. Great pay. Fantastic people. Professional fulfillment. That uniquely cool SONIC uniform. Can this possibly get any better? YES IT CAN! Like a Grilled Chicken Wrap, the SONIC...

Cook- Skilled Nursing Community

  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Dietary COOK Bring Joy to Mealtime! Great food. Great company. Great purpose. If you love making people smile through delicious meals and compassionate service, we want you on our team! At...

Cook (P1-1480342-1)

  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 7 days ago

COOK (P1-1480342-1) LOCATION Killeen, TX POSTED 03/20/2025 TYPE Panda Restaurant Group JOB ID P1-1480342-1 Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen....

PRN Cook- Skilled Nursing Community

  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Dietary COOK Bring Joy to Mealtime! Great food. Great company. Great purpose. If you love making people smile through delicious meals and compassionate service, we want you on our team! At Harper...

Restaurant Squad Crew Member

  • Killeen, TX (21 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Killeen, TX (21 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 16 days ago

MOD Restaurants make pizza to serve people, to contribute to a world that works for and includes everyone. We believe companies can and should be a force for good in the lives of the people they...

PT -Deli Clerk

  • McGregor, TX (22 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • McGregor, TX (22 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 16 days ago

Salary Confidential PT -Deli Clerk BROOKSHIRE BROTHERS INC Occupation: Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other Location: Mcgregor Positions available: 1 Job #: 16872841 Source: WorkInTexas...

Substitute Food Service Worker Pool

  • Gatesville, TX
  • 17 days ago
  • Gatesville, TX
  • 17 days ago

Primary Purpose: Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices. Cafeteria...

Crew Member

  • Copperas Cove, TX (21 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Copperas Cove, TX (21 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 18 days ago

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 18 days ago

At Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the wayyou're in the right spot....

Cook

  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 22 days ago
  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 22 days ago

Cook Holiday Inn Killeen - Fort Hood 300 East Central Texas Expressway Killeen, TX 76541 99 Room Hotel Managed By Hospitality Ventures Management Group Join our Excellent Team and find out why our...

Restaurant Crewmember

  • Copperas Cove, TX (21 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • Copperas Cove, TX (21 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 26 days ago

Starting hiring pay: $12 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant team....

Sous Chef

  • McGregor, TX (22 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • McGregor, TX (22 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the...

Flat Top - Grill Cook

  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Exhibiting teamwork Having fun If you think you would be a rockstar Flat Top/Grill Cook, apply today!...

Restaurant Crewmember

  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Killeen, TX (20 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Starting hiring pay: $12 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant team....

Prep Cook - Ft. Hood Army Base-Military

  • Fort Hood, TX (13 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Hood, TX (13 miles from Gatesville, TX)
  • 60+ 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...

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
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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 Gatesville, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Gatesville, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.4%
Bachelor's Degree
15.7%
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 Gatesville, 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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