Kitchen Staff Jobs in Rockingham, 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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Grill Cook - Part Time - Evenings

  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 2 days ago

Job Type Part-time Description At VMRC, we identify a 'cultural fit' as a community member demonstrating our shared values and commitment to fostering an inclusive, purpose-driven workplace. We...

Crew Member - 4022

  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 2 days ago

The pay for this position starts at $15.00/hour +Tips +Bonus Five Guys Burgers and Fries is interviewing for crew members. Ranked #1 burger in America not only for our delicious food but also for...

Crew Member - Now Hiring

  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 3 days ago

CREW MEMBER Crew Members are responsible for delivering great guest experiences. Responsibilities Include: Team Environment - Communicate appropriately with fellow team members, treating others...

Chef de Partie

  • Broadway, VA (17 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Broadway, VA (17 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 5 days ago

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! As a Chef de...

Cook

  • Staunton, VA (21 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Staunton, VA (21 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Role: Cook Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At HCSG,...

Food Service Worker

  • Fishersville, VA (22 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fishersville, VA (22 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 6 days ago

The Role at a glance: We are looking to add a motivated food service worker to our Education team in Fishersville. As a food service worker, you will have the opportunity to perform a variety of...

Food Service Worker, JFHMS

  • Broadway, VA (17 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Broadway, VA (17 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Food Service Worker, JFHMS Rockingham County School Division J. Frank Hillyard Middle School - Broadway, Virginia This job is also posted in Rockingham County Public Schools Job Details Job...

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 9 days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Crew Member - 0618

  • Waynesboro, VA (21 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Waynesboro, VA (21 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 10 days ago

The pay for this position starts at $15.00/hour +Tips +Bonus Five Guys Burgers and Fries is interviewing for crew members. Ranked #1 burger in America not only for our delicious food but also for...

Service Deli Clerk

  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 12 days ago

Position Summary: Prepares, packages, and labels meals, entrees, salads, party trays, rotisserie chicken, ribs, sushi, and sliced meats and cheeses. Assembles take-and-bake pizzas. For additional...

Food Service Assistant

  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 12 days ago

Position Summary: Prepares and sells food and drinks to customers. Pulls and stocks supplies and ingredients, cleans kitchen area and eating area. Provides prompt and courteous member service. For...

Cook

  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 15 days ago

City/State Harrisonburg, VA Work Shift Rotating Overview: Sentara Rockingham Memorial Hospital is hiring a Cook - Part Time every other weekend The Cook prepares all hot foods for patient...

Kitchen Staff Member-Rockingham

  • Broadway, VA (17 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Broadway, VA (17 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 16 days ago

Fill in for other kitchen staff employees when needed. Follow recipes, portion and presentation specifications. Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently....

Line Cook - Broil/Grill

  • Waynesboro, VA (21 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Waynesboro, VA (21 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 17 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. Were about loving what youre doing today and preparing you...

Baker

  • Waynesboro, VA (21 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Waynesboro, VA (21 miles from Rockingham, VA)
  • 17 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. Were about loving what youre doing today and preparing you...

Demographic Data for Rockingham, VA

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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 Rockingham, 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 Rockingham, VA 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 Rockingham, 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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