Kitchen Staff Jobs in West Allis, 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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Hotel PM Restaurant Cook

  • Brookfield, WI (4 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Brookfield, WI (4 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 2 hours ago

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to and proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know...

Cafe Cook + Tips

  • Wauwatosa, WI (3 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI (3 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 2 hours ago

The City Market Cafe, is looking for a professional line cook who can prepare meals as per our standard recipes. A successful candidate will be responsible for creating menu items in a fast-paced...

Cook, PT

  • Mequon, WI (14 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Mequon, WI (14 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 4 hours ago

Food. Service. Film. Fun! Marcus Theatres: Where Talented People Find Limitless Opportunities! Join the Marcus Theatres Culinary Team and learn how we have redefined food at the movies! As a cook...

Line Cook

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (10 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (10 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 4 hours ago

Operate food preparation equipment such as fryers, broilers, stoves, steamers, food processors, mixers, slicers, ovens, steam tables, tilt kettles, waffle irons, flat-top grills, etc....

Kitchen Manager

  • Milwaukee, WI (5 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (5 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 4 hours ago

The primary focus is to maintain high-quality standards, manage a team of kitchen staff, and collaborate with other departments to deliver exceptional culinary experiences to customers....

Food Service Worker - Join Today

  • Wauwatosa, WI (3 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI (3 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 9 hours ago

Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: WAUWATOSA SCHOOL DISTRICT - 85233001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the...

Culinary Assistant

  • Milwaukee, WI (5 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (5 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 10 hours ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Assisted Living Cook

  • Waterford, WI (18 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Waterford, WI (18 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 10 hours ago

Looking for a fun and rewarding position? Come join our team! Waterford Senior Living is an 84 bed RCAC and Memory Care community who is currently seeking a part-time cook 530a-130p with possible...

Baker

  • Brookfield, WI (4 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Brookfield, WI (4 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 10 hours ago

Brand: Einstein Bros. Bagels Breakfast with us, and dinner with your loved ones! At Einstein Bros. Bagels, we believe in the bagel, and weve been baking bagels fresh daily since 1995. We believe...

Cook

  • Brookfield, WI (4 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Brookfield, WI (4 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 12 hours ago

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity No Late Nights! Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Cooks have the option to explore exciting...

Cook II

  • Wauwatosa, WI (3 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI (3 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 16 hours ago

Job Title: Cook II Job Description Accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and cold food items for various meal periods, including breakfast, lunch, dinner,...

Cashier/Food Service Worker

  • Wauwatosa, WI (3 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI (3 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 18 hours ago

Location Name: WAUWATOSA SCHOOL DISTRICT - 85233001 Location ID: 85233001 Cashier/Food Service Worker Location: WAUWATOSA SCHOOL DISTRICT - 85233001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours...

Pantry Cook

  • Glendale, WI (9 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, WI (9 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 1 day ago

At California Pizza Kitchen, R.O.C.K.S is our philosophy for a culture that rocks! For over 35 years weve built a culture of Respect, amazing Opportunities, open Communication, acts of Kindness,...

Meat Clerk

  • Brookfield, WI (4 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookfield, WI (4 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 1 day ago

If youre someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a trusted resource in our communities, offering real people, real food at real...

Food Prep Helper

  • Mequon, WI (14 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mequon, WI (14 miles from West Allis, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY WISCONSIN - 61200001 Location ID: 61200001 Food Prep Helper Location: CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY WISCONSIN - 61200001 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays - morning and...

Demographic Data for West Allis, WI

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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)
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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in West Allis, 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 West Allis, 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
4.0%
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 West Allis, 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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