Kitchen Staff Jobs in Irvine, CA

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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Reata Glen

Cook II - Line Cook - Full Time

  • Reata Glen
  • Mission Viejo, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Reata Glen
  • Mission Viejo, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Full Time Cook II - $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS 40 hour work week, including a minimum of one weekend day shift. Shift Hours = Monday - Saturday 11:30am - 8:00pm, Sunday 8:00am - 4:30pm $22-$23 per hour...

Cook/Prep Hiring

  • La Mirada, CA (19 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • La Mirada, CA (19 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Hello! somethin' La Mirada restaurant is hiring! Join our team. Open positions : -Cook/Prep Responsibilities -Busy kitchen setting experience is a Plus! -Food Prep and maintain kitchen following...

Dishwasher

  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Additional Information Pay: $26.15/hour, Full time, Open Availability required Job Number 25066601 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Marriott Irvine Spectrum, 7905 Irvine Center...

Line Cook

  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! LINE COOK This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience...

Kitchen Helper Needed $17.50/hr + Tips

  • Irvine, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Noodles 3825 Alton Pkwy compensation: $17.50/hr + Tips employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Kitchen helper Must work weekends 5 days a week Must be willing to cook on the line/dishwash...

Ontario Convention Center Dishwasher

  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

*Scrapes food from dirty dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine....

Meat/Clerk

  • Aliso Viejo, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Aliso Viejo, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Location: Aliso Viejo, US-CA Rate: 18.735 Type: Permanent MEAT/CLERK Perform general clean-up and stock work in the Meat department and provide customer service. Demonstrate the company's core...

Cook Ontario Convention Center

  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

preparation tools in accordance with manufactures instructions Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations Maintain a prepared and sanitary work area at all times...

Senior Deli Clerk

  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Job Introduction If you enjoy having a high level of responsibility and are committed to providing excellent customer experience, consider applying for the position of Senior Deli Clerk. As one of...

Per Diem Cook, MC Irvine- Culinary & Nutrition Services- Day Shift

  • Irvine, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Who We Are UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus,...

Cook I - Mosaic

  • Laguna Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Your Journey Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and execution of food orders Collaborate with associates to meet production goals and ensure smooth kitchen operations Assist...

Cook / Kitchen Staff / Cooks - Start $25/hr + tips + benefits

  • Laguna Hills, CA (9 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Laguna Hills, CA (9 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Cooks - Start $25/hr + Benefits Baja Fish Tacos - Now Hiring We are accepting applications for Kitchen Staff!...

Seasonal Server Assistant ($17/hr)

  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Find your place at Hyatt Regency Newport Beach\: At Hyatt, the core of our purpose is, to care for people, so that they can be their best. Join a family that values respect, integrity, wellbeing,...

Cook - Dietary

  • Mission Viejo, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Under general supervision prepares/serves quality food in appropriate quantities and in a timely manner for patients, employees, staff, and visitors in accordance with established recipes and...

Cook II (Pelican Grill)

  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers....

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Irvine, CA

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 Irvine, CA 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 Irvine, CA
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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