Kitchen Staff Jobs in Sun Prairie, WI

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

  • Waunakee, WI (13 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waunakee, WI (13 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 1 day ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY: At Trilogy, youll experience a caring, supportive community that values each team member. We prioritize meaningful relationships, genuine teamwork, and continuous growth. With...

Cook

  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 8 days ago

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

Food Service Worker - Hiring Immediately

  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 13 hours ago

Food Service Worker Location: SSM HEALTH ST MARYS HOSPITAL - MADISON - 61444001 Workdays/shifts : Mornings and afternoon/evenings - varying days. More details will be provided during the interview...

Meat/Clerk

  • Deforest, WI (7 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Deforest, WI (7 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 16 hours ago

Previous experience in food preparation. Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices, safety, and food handling. Experience in grocery retail and customer service....

K-12 cook-lead

  • Lodi, WI (19 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lodi, WI (19 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 17 hours ago

If you enjoy cooking, working with a team of professionals, we have a spot for you on our team! Essential Functions: Provide the highest quality of guest service at all times Execute recipes to...

Food Service Worker

  • Stoughton, WI (18 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Stoughton, WI (18 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 17 hours ago

Variety is the spice of life! Join our team as a food service aide and help make a difference in our guests lives with fresh, chef-created, and prepared food. Be a lunch SUPERHERO working with a...

PT Utility Worker Waunakee HS

  • Waunakee, WI (13 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Waunakee, WI (13 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 17 hours ago

We want YOU to come work with us! Utility worker, day hours. No nights! No weekends! Essential Functions: Scrape, wash and put away dishes, pots, pans, and utensils as required either by hand or...

Cook

  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 2 days ago

Chef: Two (2) years cooking experience in a restaurant, health care or senior services setting or completed culinary training/certification or vocational training/certification in commercial food preparation...

Kitchen Assistant (Sur La Table)

  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 2 days ago

With over 50 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, Sur La Table offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table and the...

Baker

  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 2 days ago

At Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the wayyou're in the right spot....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Fitchburg, WI (20 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fitchburg, WI (20 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 3 days ago

In most jobs, everyone doesn't spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, that's just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase...

Kitchen Staff (Full & Part-time)

  • Lake Mills, WI (16 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Mills, WI (16 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Full and Part-time kitchen staff wanted. Paid training provided. Responsibilities include: making food, answering phones, food prep, and cleaning. Great company to work for....

Kitchen Staff (Full & Part-time)

  • Cambridge, WI (16 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cambridge, WI (16 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Full and Part-time kitchen staff wanted. Paid training provided. Responsibilities include: making food, answering phones, food prep, and cleaning. Great company to work for....

Cook

  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 4 days ago

preparation and associated activities Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities including cook to order and specialty...

Dishwasher/Utility

  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Madison, WI (12 miles from Sun Prairie, WI)
  • 4 days ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Dishwasher/Utility Employee plays an essential role in ensuring a smooth, efficient and guest-ready operation by meeting high-volume dishwashing demands and maintaining...

Demographic Data for Sun Prairie, WI

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
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Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Vaccine Trained Staff)
This two-week course will help you gain an understanding of why vaccines can help protect the health of those living or working in prisons and those around them. Whats more, youll develop the...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Sun Prairie, WI

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 Sun Prairie, WI offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.1%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Some High School
3.9%
Some College
3.4%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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