Kitchen Staff Jobs in Fife, 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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Food Service Worker/Lewis Food Court/Panera/RPT

  • The EXCHANGE
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (15 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (15 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 2 hours ago

H-... Food Service Worker/Lewis Food Court/Panera/RPT United States - Washington - Joint Base Lewis/McChord (JBLM) Regular Part Time Job Description Under designated supervision, prepares and...

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Crew Member - Tukwila

  • Taco Time Northwest
  • Tukwila, WA (21 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tukwila, WA (21 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 6 hours 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...

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Utility Technician/Dishwasher

  • LCS Senior Living
  • Issaquah, WA (24 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Issaquah, WA (24 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 6 hours ago

General Summary: The Utility technician/Dishwasher performs several kitchen activities including pot washing, dishwashing, general cleaning duties and storing food and non-food supplies....

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Cook

  • Choice Hotels
  • Tacoma, WA (4 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA (4 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 18 hours ago

The role of the Cook I is to be responsible for cost effective preparation and plating of food to exceed the expectations of our guests The Radisson Hotel Seattle Airport, located across the...

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Crew Member

  • Jersey Mike's
  • Burien, WA (18 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burien, WA (18 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 1 day 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...

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Service Deli Clerk

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Bonney Lake, WA (9 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bonney Lake, WA (9 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 1 day ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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Daytime Kitchen Team Member

  • Chick-fil-A
  • Federal Way, WA (6 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Federal Way, WA (6 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for team members who can work as early as 5:30am and as late as 4pm! At Chick-fil-A, the Back-of-House Team Member role is more than just a job; it's an opportunity. In addition to working...

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Food Service Assistant

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Tacoma, WA (4 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tacoma, WA (4 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 1 day ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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Food Service Worker

  • The EXCHANGE
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (15 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (15 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 3 days ago

E - JBLM FOOD 0626 Food Service Worker United States - Washington - Joint Base Lewis/McChord (JBLM) Intermittent Job Description Under designated supervision, prepares and serves simple foods and...

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Deli Kitchen Clerk

  • Lassens Natural Foods
  • Federal Way, WA (6 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (6 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Benefits include 11+ days per year of paid time off, health insurance options, and a 401k for full time Team Members, plus a Team Member discount. Work schedules are flexible per the needs of the...

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Dishwasher (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Tukwila, WA (15 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA (15 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Requirement : Previous dishwashing experience is required. Perks: Free shift meal and parking! Pay Range: $21.00 per hour to $22.00 per hour....

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Cook

  • Life Care Center of Port Orchard
  • Port Orchard, WA (23 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (23 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements High school graduate or equivalent One (1) year experience in food preparation preferred Experience in preparing and cooking food in large quantities...

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Food Service Worker-On call

  • MultiCare
  • Covington, WA (14 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Covington, WA (14 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, youre more than just a job title youre part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here...

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Utility / Dishwasher

  • SSP
  • Issaquah, WA (24 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Issaquah, WA (24 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 7 days ago

$23.40 / hour Full-Time Employment Full Benefits Employee Assistance Program Hiring Immediately Opportunities for Growth This Utility position is located in our Commissary location at 9844 40th...

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Food Prep Helper

  • Sodexo
  • Seatac, WA (14 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Seatac, WA (14 miles from Fife, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Food Prep Helper Location: ALASKA AIRLINES LOUNGE - SEA - 72544001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview...

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Demographic Data for Fife, WA

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Fife, 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 Fife, WA offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Some High School
3.7%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

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