Kitchen Staff Jobs in Sandston, 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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Compass Group

Catering Sous Chef

  • Compass Group
  • Richmond, VA (9 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Compass Group
  • Richmond, VA (9 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 8 days ago

The position entails assisting in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation....

Restaurant Team Member - Cashier

  • Glen Allen, VA (17 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Glen Allen, VA (17 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 23 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....

Kitchen Team Member

  • Glen Allen, VA (17 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Glen Allen, VA (17 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 20 hours ago

Req ID: 460969 Address: 23845 Rogers Clark Blvd. Ruther Glen, VA, 22546 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling *...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Providence Forge, VA (14 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Providence Forge, VA (14 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 23 days ago

Req ID: 462810 Address: 6870 Jimmy Burrell Lane Providence Forge, VA, 23140 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible...

Restaurant Team Member Part Time

  • Providence Forge, VA (14 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Providence Forge, VA (14 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 28 days ago

Req ID: 462810 Address: 6870 Jimmy Burrell Lane Providence Forge, VA, 23140 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible...

Kitchen Helper

  • Henrico, VA (4 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Henrico, VA (4 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

Looking for a dependable part time person to help in the kitchen. Various duties. this will be two or three days a week on a regular schedule. day shifts with one weekend day. $15.00 per hour to...

Crew Member

  • Colonial Heights, VA (16 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA (16 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 5 hours 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...

Line Cook Cocinero De La Linea

  • Highland Springs, VA (4 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Highland Springs, VA (4 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 7 hours ago

Line Cook Fry, Grill, Saute, Steam, Taco The Torchys legacy began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with an idea, a dedicated executive chef, and a food trailer to now operating over 130 restaurants...

Food Service Worker

  • Midlothian, VA (22 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Midlothian, VA (22 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 14 hours ago

Location: 12501 Stone Village Way Midlothian, VA 23113 Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends). Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older Time...

Dishwasher

  • Sandston, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sandston, VA
  • 1 day ago

General responsibilities when working a Dishwasher job assignment can include: Collect used kitchenware from dining and or kitchen areas Load and unload dishwashing machine, ensure complete cleanliness...

Crew Member

  • Colonial Heights, VA (16 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA (16 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 1 day 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...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Petersburg, VA (18 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Petersburg, VA (18 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads. Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes....

Restaurant Cook - Urgently Hiring

  • Quinton, VA (6 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Quinton, VA (6 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 1 day ago

The restaurant cook is responsible for food preparation that meets or exceeds hospitality and service standards and must be able to prepare all foods to meet quantity and deadline requirements....

Crew Member (04250) N Belvidere St : $12.50 / HR

  • Richmond, VA (16 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA (16 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description We are focused on developing an inclusive culture, with dignity and respect for all, where team members can grow, thrive and bring their best selves to work every day. The...

Cook - Food & Nutrition - Days

  • Richmond, VA (16 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (16 miles from Sandston, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Washing, slicing, dicing, etc. of ingredients necessary for food preparation. Measuring of ingredients. Setting temperatures, cook times of production equipment....

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Sandston, 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 Sandston, 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 Sandston, 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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