Kitchen Staff Jobs in Abingdon, VA

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 (Full Time)

  • Lebanon, VA (9 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Lebanon, VA (9 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 7 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Location : Russell County Medical Center - 58 Carroll Street, Lebanon, VA 24266. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full...

Crew Member

  • Bristol, TN (16 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bristol, TN (16 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 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...

Cook - Flexible Schedule

  • Emory, VA (14 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Emory, VA (14 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station May support management in...

Food Service Worker - Join Today

  • Emory, VA (14 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Emory, VA (14 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Food Service Worker Location: EMORY & HENRY COLLEGE - 97512001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview...

Utility Worker

  • Meadowview, VA (13 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Meadowview, VA (13 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Location Name: EMORY & HENRY COLLEGE - 97512002 Location ID: 97512002 Utility Worker Location: EMORY & HENRY COLLEGE - 97512002 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability...

Food Service Worker

  • Emory, VA (14 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Emory, VA (14 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Location Name: EMORY & HENRY COLLEGE - 97512001 Location ID: 97512001 Food Service Worker Location: EMORY & HENRY COLLEGE - 97512001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability...

Baker

  • Emory, VA (14 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Emory, VA (14 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 days ago

You’ll prepare and create delicious baked goods while putting customer service at the heart of everything you do....

Cook II

  • Emory, VA (14 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Emory, VA (14 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station May support management in...

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Lebanon, VA (9 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lebanon, VA (9 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Helps prepare foods such as meats, vegetables, baked goods and desserts. Also helps prepare catering orders. Performs cashier duties using the POS system....

Dishwasher

  • Bristol, TN (16 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bristol, TN (16 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Text "HIREME" to 30437 to apply now! By texting HIREME to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Outback Steakhouse. Text HELP for help or .... Msg&data...

Dunkin Donuts Baker/Finisher - Morning/Day Shift

  • Blountville, TN (23 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Blountville, TN (23 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities Bake with Passion: Whip up our famous donuts, bagels, and other baked goods, ensuring each batch is as delicious as the last....

Dishwasher

  • Bristol, TN (16 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bristol, TN (16 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Scrapes and rinses food from dirty dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment...

Cook

  • Blountville, TN (23 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Blountville, TN (23 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Essential Job Functions: Ensure efficient and courteous customer service at all times in support of the company mission to "Run the Best Store in Town!" Maintain a positive attitude; create an...

Food Service Utility (On Call)

  • Abingdon, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Abingdon, VA
  • 12 days ago

Morrison Healthcare We are hiring immediately for on call FOOD SERVICE UTILITY positions. Location: Johnston Memorial Hospital - 16000 Johnston Memorial Drive, Abingdon, VA 24211. Note: online...

Crew Member: Customer Service / Cashier

  • Saint Paul, VA (19 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Paul, VA (19 miles from Abingdon, VA)
  • 12 days ago

The successful Food/Kitchen Service Crew Member is able to: Answering questions about menu items and promotions Prepare Ingredients and Menu Items Restocking product and workstations Using food preparation...

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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
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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 Abingdon, VA

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 Abingdon, VA 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 Abingdon, VA
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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