Kitchen Staff Jobs in The Woodlands, 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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Food Service Assistant

  • Conroe, TX (11 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Conroe, TX (11 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 11 hours ago

You Matter** **Its more than a career. Its a calling.** Everything we do is about taking care of people. + _Taking Care of Our Patients._ + _Taking Care of Our People._ + _Taking Care of Our...

Crew Member

  • Tomball, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Tomball, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 11 hours 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...

Line Cook Cocinero De La Linea

  • Conroe, TX (11 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Conroe, TX (11 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 21 hours 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 over 130 restaurants...

Dishwasher

  • Kingwood, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Kingwood, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 23 hours ago

Wash dishes and utensils, ensuring highest standards of cleanliness Monitor the temperature of the dishwashing machine on a daily basis to ensure that the machine is operating properly Remove from service...

Dishwasher Part-Time Wicked Whisk

  • Oak Ridge North, TX (4 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Oak Ridge North, TX (4 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 23 hours ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Cook

  • Cypress, TX (17 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Cypress, TX (17 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description Cooks- No late nights/ weekly pay Our mission speaks for itselfwe continue to outpace the industry at every turn! Avanti is rooted in values and full diversity that...

Dishwasher

  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 1 day ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! Dishwasher This isn't just your next job - it's your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest's experience...

Restaurant Kitchen Workers, Dishwashers, Food prep, Cook, Chef, etc

  • Conroe, TX (11 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Conroe, TX (11 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Hiring Kitchen (back) Workers for Italian Restaurant Prior experience great but no needed. Staff would be trained Meals provided Call or Text: 832 nine one six 9995 Location: 1259 Grand Central...

Restaurant Crew

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 2 days ago

APPLY HERE! This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not Jack in the Box Inc. This means the independent franchisee, and not Jack in the...

Dishwasher

  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Humble, TX (15 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Dishwashing is an integral part of this position. Cleanliness: Provides clean, sparkling silverware and dishes to the guest....

Cafeteria Worker

  • Huffman, TX (22 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Huffman, TX (22 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Cafeteria Worker JobID: 540 Position Type: Child Nutrition/Cafeteria Worker Date Posted: 7/30/2025 Location: Food Services Starting pay: $12.46 Days: 179

Utility Worker

  • Cypress, TX (17 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cypress, TX (17 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Location Name: HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE NORTH CYPRESS MEDICAL CENTER - 77574003 Location ID: 77574003 Utility Worker Location: HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE NORTH CYPRESS MEDICAL CENTER - 77574003...

Sous Chef - Spring, TX

  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Spring, TX (7 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Location: Spring, TX Work Schedule: Mon - Fri: 7am - 4pm (Flex Scheduling) Salary Range: $58000 - $63000 / year As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you...

Crew Member

  • New Caney, TX (17 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Caney, TX (17 miles from The Woodlands, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Jersey Mike's Subs has been making amazing subs since 1956 in Point Pleasant New Jersey! The Jersey Mikes tradition was founded on a strong sense of community and commitment to the personal and...

Cook Lead

  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 3 days ago

Overview $1000.00 Sign On Bonus The Woodlands Hospital a primary and secondary care hospital serving North Harris and Montgomery counties. Clinical services include cardiovascular services,...

Demographic Data for The Woodlands, TX

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in The Woodlands, 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 The Woodlands, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.3%
Bachelor's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.4%
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 The Woodlands, 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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