Kitchen Staff Jobs in Virginia

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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Great American Restaurants

Sous Chef

Great American Restaurants has an award-winning collection of 15 restaurants and 3 bakeries in Northern Virginia and Maryland offering fantastic cuisine and plenty of fun. We have been named a Top...

Compass Group

Catering Sous Chef

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

Deli Clerk

  • Gainesville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, VA
  • 3 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Meat Clerk Part Time

  • Gainesville, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Gainesville, VA
  • 4 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Cook

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 9 days ago

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions....

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day 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

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 2 hours ago

Cook **Location:** MARKEL UPA, GLEN ALLEN - 17061001 **Workdays/shifts** **_:_** Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview...

Dishwasher Utility - 3 openings

  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 hours ago

How you will make an impact + Provide exceptional organization and cleanliness for kitchen, dining and storage areas, equipment, and food preparation areas + Support stock/utility team members with...

Hall Sous Chef

  • Keswick, VA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Keswick, VA
  • 10 hours ago

Overview History and spectacular landscapes come together, at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Celebrated landmarks, including Thomas Jefferson's Monticello and the University of Virginia,...

Cook, Kitchen

  • Hampton, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 11 hours ago

Hilton Garden Inn Hampton SECTION ONE: MCR Universal Role Standards EXECUTIVE SUMMARY CLEANLINESS and FRIENDLINESS! The MCR standard is to provide clean, friendly, well-organized and safe hotels...

Cook - Flexible Schedule

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 11 hours ago

Cook Location: MARKEL UPA, GLEN ALLEN - 17061001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment...

Deli Team Member

  • Newport News, VA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 13 hours ago

The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our...

Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher (Part-Time)

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 17 hours ago

Light food preparation tasks as needed. Skills and Abilities: You must be 18 years of age or older. Ability to communicate, in a clear and concise manner with our residents....

Steward

  • Richmond, VA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 17 hours ago

staff with appropriate equipment....

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Gloucester Point, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Gloucester Point, VA
  • 18 hours ago

Location: Hayes, US-VA Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Bakery/Deli Clerk Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean...

Demographic Data for Virginia

Moving to Virginia? Find some basic demographic data about Virginia below.


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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Virginia

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 Virginia offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.6%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
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 Virginia
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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