Kitchen Staff Jobs in Arlington, WA

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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Seasonal Line Cook I

  • Langley, WA (23 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Langley, WA (23 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 12 hours ago

Showcase your skills by preparing new menu items and daily preparation requirements, providing guidance to line cooks, conducting inventories, and ensuring sanitary and well-maintained food preparation...

Cook (Part-Time)

  • Mukilteo, WA (24 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Mukilteo, WA (24 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 22 hours ago

As the Cook at Harbour Pointe Golf Club, you will work in view of guests to prepare dishes and service patrons with a friendly demeanor and a clean, tidy, and organized manner. ESSENTIAL DUTIES...

Crew Member

  • Tulalip, WA (14 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Tulalip, WA (14 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 22 hours ago

McDonald's provides reasonable accommodations as determined on a case-by-case- basis for qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities upon request. If you need assistance accessing or...

Line Cook - Mukilteo, WA

  • Mukilteo, WA (24 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mukilteo, WA (24 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 1 day ago

How to Apply: Visit to view open positions and apply. Diamond Knot Brewery & Alehouse in Mukilteo, WA, 98275 is looking to meet cooks. Our ideal candidate is currently or recently employed and...

Baker

  • Everett, WA (17 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Everett, WA (17 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Id : 582222, Title : Baker, Category : Retail, Store Ops, RequisitionType : High Volume - Retail, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...761, ExternalPostedStartDate : 2025-04-01T18:40:40 00:00,...

Tc/Cook - Blackfish (On-Call)

  • Tulalip, WA (14 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tulalip, WA (14 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 2 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: Maintains the highest level of culinary standards as determined by the Signature Dining Multi Venue Chef, Assistant Director - Signature Dining, Executive Director of Food & Beverage,...

Crew Member - WA1

  • Lake Stevens, WA (10 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Stevens, WA (10 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 2 days ago

No matter what you've been told, not all restaurant companies are the same. At Taco Time we pride ourselves on being different. Taco Time NW hiring process is completely virtual, give us 15...

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Stanwood, WA (22 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stanwood, WA (22 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 2 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...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Monroe, WA (21 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Monroe, WA (21 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 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...

Tr/Steward - Banquets

  • Tulalip, WA (14 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tulalip, WA (14 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 3 days ago

EXPERIENCE: Previous dishwashing experience preferred. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must be 18 years or older. Must obtain Snohomish County Food Handler's Permit within 60 days of hire....

Qcc/Cook - The Kitchen ($1,000 "Hot Job" Bonus)

  • Tulalip, WA (14 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tulalip, WA (14 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 3 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: Prepares breakfast, lunch, and dinner cooking to order for both casual dining and/or fast food. Understands basic cooking procedures, prep work, saute, broiler, pan and deep fry...

Cook

  • Everett, WA (17 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Everett, WA (17 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Description: Line cook who can help prepare meals as per our company standards recipes. A successful candidate will be responsible for creating meal portions, cleaning food, cooking meals and...

Cook/Production

  • Lake Stevens, WA (10 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Stevens, WA (10 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 5 days ago

There are those who believe it's the cheese that makes a great pizza. And others who swear it's the sauce. Some say it's the toppings, or the crust, or the pineapple... But the truth is, great...

Baker

  • Everett, WA (17 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Everett, WA (17 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 5 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Baker, no one day is ever the same. To truly be successful in the position, you will be passionate about baking breads, cookies, and pastries, as well as producing fancy...

Cook

  • Everett, WA (17 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Everett, WA (17 miles from Arlington, WA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Arlington, WA

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Arlington, WA

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 Arlington, WA offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.9%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Arlington, WA
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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