Kitchen Staff Jobs in Washington

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
  • 2 hours ago
  • Tukwila, WA
  • 2 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
  • 3 hours ago
  • Issaquah, 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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Specialty sub shop inside Sea-Tac Airport is hiring Crew Members. Full-time and part-time. Pay & perks: $20.74/hr + tips Medical/Dental (FT, small co-pay) Paid Sick/Safe Time Holiday pay at...

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Cook

  • Choice Hotels
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Tacoma, 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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Dishwasher

  • Brookdale Senior Living
  • Spokane, WA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 15 hours ago

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity No Late Nights! Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you...

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Cook

  • Marysville, WA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Marysville, WA
  • 16 hours ago

Apply Now Position Summary The Cook prepares and serves quality meals for pients in accordance with all applicable laws, regulions, and Life Care standards. Educion, Experience, and Licensure...

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Crew Member

  • Ivars, Inc.
  • Marysville, WA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Marysville, WA
  • 22 hours ago

Ivar's, the premier seafood restaurant company in the Pacific Northwest, is now hiring high-energy employees to work various positions (food prep, cook, cashier, etc.) at our quick-service...

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Cook

  • Edmonds Village Senior Living
  • Edmonds, WA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Edmonds, WA
  • 23 hours 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Suquamish, 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, 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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Food Service Assistant

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Lacey, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lacey, 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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Crew Member

  • Jersey Mike's
  • Burien, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Burien, 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Bonney Lake, 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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Tc/Crew Member - Salish Sun

  • Tulalip Casino Inc
  • Tulalip, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tulalip, WA
  • 1 day ago

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the preparation and service of all menu items both hot and cold orders while maintaining high standards of quality and appearance of all food prepared and served....

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Daytime Kitchen Team Member

  • Chick-fil-A
  • Federal Way, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Federal Way, 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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Demographic Data for Washington

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Emerging Technologies in a Professional Kitchen
Emerging technologies, from AI to Cloud technology, have the potential to revolutionise professional kitchen operations. On this two-week course, youll discover new technologies being used in...
Kitchen Chemistry
This seminar is designed to be an experimental and hands-on approach to applied chemistry (as seen in cooking). Cooking may be the oldest and most widespread application of chemistry and recipes...
Food Safety and Personal Hygiene in a Professional Kitchen
Hygiene is so important in food preparation. If caterers, chefs and wait staff are not adequately trained they can present huge health risks to the community. On this course from the International...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Washington

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 Washington 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 Washington
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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