Kitchen Staff Jobs in Puyallup, 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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Baker

  • Lakewood, WA (6 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lakewood, WA (6 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 1 hour 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...

Breakfast Cook

  • Tukwila, WA (23 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Tukwila, WA (23 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 2 hours ago

Additional Information Part-Time, Weekly Pay, Day Shift, Travel discounts Job Number 25072998 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Courtyard Seattle Southcenter, 400 Andover Park...

Restaurant Squad Crew Member

  • University Place, WA (9 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • University Place, WA (9 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 3 hours ago

MOD Restaurants make pizza to serve people, to contribute to a world that works for and includes everyone. We believe companies can and should be a force for good in the lives of the people they...

Cook - Intermediate Line - Water%27s Table

  • Renton, WA (18 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Renton, WA (18 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 9 hours ago

Work closely with other kitchen staff, including cooks and chefs, to maintain a smooth workflow during service. Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff as needed....

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Covington, WA (15 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Covington, WA (15 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 9 hours ago

Location: Covington, US-WA Rate: 20.53 Type: Permanent Bakery/Deli Clerk Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment...

Lead Line Cook-Eight Restaurant

  • Auburn, WA (7 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA (7 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 10 hours ago

WE'RE DOUBLING DOWN ON YOUR FUTURE Competitive salary of $24.52/hr with discretionary performance bonuses 2x a year! Complimentary meals and covered team member parking. Fully paid medical,...

Banquets Dishwasher

  • Newcastle, WA (21 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Newcastle, WA (21 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 11 hours ago

As the Dishwasher at The Golf Club at Newcastle, you will be responsible for maintaining kitchen work areas and restaurant equipment and utensils in a sanitary, clean, and orderly condition....

Restaurant BOH - Line Cook

  • Newcastle, WA (21 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Newcastle, WA (21 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 11 hours ago

As the Line Cook at The Golf Club at Newcastle, 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...

Line Cook (Seasonal)

  • Auburn, WA (7 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA (7 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 11 hours ago

As the Line Cook at Washington National 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...

Lead Cook (Full-Time)

  • Newcastle, WA (21 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Newcastle, WA (21 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 11 hours ago

As the Lead Cook at The Golf Club at Newcastle; Calcutta Grill, under the supervision of the Chef, you will perform routine duties associated with all aspects of the kitchen. This includes, but is...

Banquets BOH - Line Cook

  • Newcastle, WA (21 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Newcastle, WA (21 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 11 hours ago

As the Banquet Line Cook at The Golf Club at Newcastle, you will work in view of guests to prepare dishes and service patrons with a friendly demeanor and a clean, tidy, and organized manner....

Crew Member

  • Des Moines, WA (12 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Des Moines, WA (12 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 11 hours ago

McDonalds 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...

Food Service Worker NA-02

  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (14 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (14 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 18 hours ago

This position is located at Texas Roadhouse Restaurant Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone...

Busy Taco Bar seeks part time PM Cook

  • Tacoma, WA (6 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA (6 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 23 hours ago

Red Star Taco Bar, a taco and tequila bar/restaurant in Tacoma, is looking for a Line Cook. Tips ($5-$6/hr on average), shift meals, and one shift drink, are in addition to starting wage. Proven...

Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Part Time

  • Tukwila, WA (23 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tukwila, WA (23 miles from Puyallup, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Performs all duties related to dishwashing and maintaining general cleanliness of the kitchen area....

Demographic Data for Puyallup, WA

Moving to Puyallup, WA? Find some basic demographic data about Puyallup, WA below.


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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Puyallup, 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 Puyallup, 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 Puyallup, 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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