Kitchen Staff Jobs in Gulf Shores, AL

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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Baker and Packager Associate

  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 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,...

Crew Member

  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 5 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...

Part Time Sous Chef

  • Loxley, AL (24 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Loxley, AL (24 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Support your Head Chef with food ordering, food preparation and stock control. Have mastered the art of working with a branded menu. Have confidence in managing Chefs and the wider Kitchen Team....

Line Cook - Woodside

  • Gulf Shores, AL
  • 9 days ago
  • Gulf Shores, AL
  • 9 days ago

THE LODGE AT GULF STATE PARK Nestled within the pristine beauty of Gulf State Park, The Lodge at Gulf State Park, a Hilton Hotel, offers an unparalleled coastal retreat on the shores of Alabama's...

Cook ($1000 sign-on bonus)

  • Orange Beach, AL (14 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Orange Beach, AL (14 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 9 days ago

REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or GED Previous restaurant cook experience Must be able to pass the Safe Food Handler Certificate Program within 60 days from date of hire Demonstrated knowledge of food...

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Fairhope, AL (14 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fairhope, AL (14 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 9 days ago

Morrison Living is hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Fairhope Health and Rehab - 108 South Church Street, Fairhope, AL 36532. Note: online...

Dishwasher

  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 10 days ago

Overview Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about...

Kitchen Assistant

  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 19 days ago

Openings as of 3/29/2025 Kitchen Assistant JobID: 1014 Position Type: Child Nutrition Department/Kitchen Assistant Date Posted: 3/28/2025 Location: Child Nutrition JOB POSTING Kitchen Assistant...

Dishwasher (Full Time)

  • Fairhope, AL (14 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Fairhope, AL (14 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 23 days ago

Requirement : Previous dishwashing experience required. Pay Rate: $14.25 per hour. Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself....

Line Cook

  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Daphne, AL (22 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 24 days ago

Wages negotiable depending upon experience and availability. Full-time and part-time positions. Buffalo Wild Wings has an atmosphere that creates stories worth telling - for our guests and for our...

Food Service Specialist - #0688 - Silver Hill AL

  • Silverhill, AL (16 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Silverhill, AL (16 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Obey company and health department safety guidelines for food preparation. Detail cleaning of store interior and exterior according to company standards....

Cook

  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about...

Crew Member (9915) - Gulf Shores

  • Gulf Shores, AL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gulf Shores, AL
  • 60+ days ago

Company Description Twomays Inc and Teamdriven Inc operate as one Franchise within Domino's Pizza and we are looking to provide opportunity to new team members who are looking for the FUN job,...

Crew Member (05387) - Foley

  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Foley, AL (8 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

Company Description Twomays Inc and Teamdriven Inc operate as one Franchise within Domino's Pizza and we are looking to provide opportunity to new team members who are looking for the FUN job,...

Line Cook Part Time at Lakewood Country Club

  • Point Clear, AL (15 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Point Clear, AL (15 miles from Gulf Shores, AL)
  • 27 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Food Preparation: Prepare a variety of dishes following established recipes to ensure consistent quality and presentation....

Demographic Data for Gulf Shores, AL

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Gulf Shores, AL

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 Gulf Shores, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.9%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Gulf Shores, AL
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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