Kitchen Staff Jobs in Huntington, WV

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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Cook

  • Hurricane, WV (23 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hurricane, WV (23 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Dishwasher

  • Hurricane, WV (23 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hurricane, WV (23 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 4 hours ago

You'll also assist in food preparation activities and as a member of the Kitchen Team, you will work-in and be cross-trained in all kitchen department roles....

Food Service Worker

  • Huntington, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 1 day ago

into standard serving sizes using the proper utensils and containers Make cold sandwiches using prepared ingredients and pack box lunches Work in one or more functional areas of the kitchen such as food...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • South Point, OH (9 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 2 days ago
  • South Point, OH (9 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 2 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow recipes and wrapping,...

Cook/Baker (RMS 4 hours per day/182 days per year)

  • Russell, KY (19 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 4 days ago
  • Russell, KY (19 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 4 days ago

TITLE: Cook REPORTS TO: School Food Service Manager/Principal JOB GOAL: To serve the students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness and friendliness....

Cook

  • Huntington, WV
  • 6 days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 6 days ago

Experience: One (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in food preparation and serving....

Crew Member

  • Barboursville, WV (7 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 9 days ago
  • Barboursville, WV (7 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 9 days ago

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD** Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the...

Baker

  • Barboursville, WV (7 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 9 days ago
  • Barboursville, WV (7 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 9 days ago

Flynn Group entered the Panera system in 2015 with the acquisition of 47 cafes. Since then, we have more than tripled in size to become the 2nd largest Panera franchisee in the world and continue...

Cook

  • Barboursville, WV (7 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 9 days ago
  • Barboursville, WV (7 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 9 days ago

In this role, you will use Cracker Barrels recipes and methods of food preparation to whip up our full menu of homestyle favorites....

Dishwasher

  • Barboursville, WV (7 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 9 days ago
  • Barboursville, WV (7 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 9 days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL** What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like + **Care beyond the table** At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. Its...

Food Service Worker

  • Ashland, KY (15 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 10 days ago
  • Ashland, KY (15 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 10 days ago

Cleans/sanitizes and operates all of food preparation, food contact surfaces and ware washing equipment. Prepares reports for cash register transactions....

Cook - Night/Closing Shift

  • Ironton, OH (19 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 10 days ago
  • Ironton, OH (19 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 10 days ago

The successful Food/Kitchen Service Crew Member is able to: Answering questions about menu items and promotions Prepare Ingredients and Menu Items Restocking product and workstations Using food preparation...

Dishwasher - Hiring Now

  • Huntington, WV
  • 11 days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities: Operate dishwashing machines to clean dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans. Ensure proper handling and storage of all kitchenware and equipment....

Line Cook

  • Hurricane, WV (23 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hurricane, WV (23 miles from Huntington, WV)
  • 13 days ago

Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment. Mobility required during the entire shift. Transports cases up to 50 pounds up to 20 times per day....

Dishwasher Huntington Doubletree

  • Huntington, WV
  • 14 days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 14 days ago

Responsibilities Adhere to hotel specifications and standards in operating the dishwashing machine to wash designated restaurant and kitchen wares, clean and maintain equipment and respective areas....

Demographic Data for Huntington, WV

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Huntington, WV

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Huntington, WV offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.6%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.6%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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