Kitchen Staff Jobs in Tukwila, 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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Crew Member - Tukwila

  • Taco Time Northwest
  • Tukwila, WA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Tukwila, WA
  • 3 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 (15 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Issaquah, WA (15 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 3 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 (20 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA (20 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 15 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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Cook

  • Edmonds Village Senior Living
  • Edmonds, WA (18 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edmonds, WA (18 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Cook - Large Senior Living Community We are seeking a dedicated Cook to join our team at a large senior living community in Edmonds {Village Come join a team of dedicated, smart, and caring...

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WH F&B Cook I

  • Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort
  • Suquamish, WA (17 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Suquamish, WA (17 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Suquamish, WA 98392Position Type: Part TimeJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Restaurant - Food Service PORT MADISON ENTERPRISES WHITE HORSE GOLF CLUB F&B Cook I General Position...

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Dishwasher

  • Aegis Living
  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Aegis Living Laurelhurst is looking for a Dishwasher to assist the kitchen staff with quality cleanliness for our residents....

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Crew Member

  • Jersey Mike's
  • Burien, WA (3 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burien, WA (3 miles from Tukwila, 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
  • Redmond, WA (13 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Redmond, WA (13 miles from Tukwila, 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 (16 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Federal Way, WA (16 miles from Tukwila, 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
  • Woodinville, WA (17 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodinville, WA (17 miles from Tukwila, 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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Immediate Need: Dishwasher at Boutique Grocery Store!

  • Bellevue, WA (7 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellevue, WA (7 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago

See below for the job details: Role: DISHWASHER Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Job Duties: Dishwashing to support bakery team...

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Cook

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Lynnwood, WA (18 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lynnwood, WA (18 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Schedule: Full-time Wednesday - Sunday 1030AM-7PM Compensation: $24-$27/hourly Your experience matters Providence Swedish Rehab Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are...

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Steward/Dishwasher

  • Edmonds Village Senior Living
  • Edmonds, WA (18 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edmonds, WA (18 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Dishwasher - Large Senior Living Community We are seeking for a dedicated and organized Dishwasher to join our team at a large senior living community in E dmonds Village. Come join a team of...

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Food Service Worker 2, Housing & Food Services (Multiple Positions)

  • University of Washington
  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Key Responsibilities Food Service Operations 60% Participate in and lead employees in food preparation, beverage production, serving and/or dishwashing....

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Food Service Worker - Housing & Food Services (Multiple Positions)

  • University of Washington
  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (4 miles from Tukwila, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Housing & Food Services has an outstanding opportunity for a Food Service Worker 1 to join their team. About this Opportunity Reporting to Executive Chef/Manager, the Food Service...

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Demographic Data for Tukwila, WA

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Tukwila, 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 Tukwila, 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 Tukwila, 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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