Kitchen Staff Jobs in Los Angeles, 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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Cook / Kitchen Staff / Cooks - Start $25/hr + bonuses

  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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Cooks - Start $25/hr + Benefits Viaje - Now Hiring ***We are a E-Verify participant*** We are accepting applications for Kitchen Staff / Prep Cook / Line Cook positions We are looking for talented,...

Dishwasher (Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant)

  • North Hollywood, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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  • North Hollywood, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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Now Hiring: Dishwasher (Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant) We are looking for a Dishwasher to join our team at a busy breakfast and lunch restaurant! Requirements: Experience is a plus, but not...

Dessert/Pastry Baker

  • Venice, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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  • Venice, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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We are seeking a skilled and creative Dessert/Pastry Baker to join our team. As a Dessert/Pastry Baker, you will be responsible for preparing a variety of delicious desserts, including cakes,...

Gyu-Kaku Sherman Oaks NOW HIRING COOK!

  • Sherman Oaks, CA (17 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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  • Sherman Oaks, CA (17 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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Join an award-winning company! Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ has been awarded the prestigious Hot Concept Award and Restaurant Business Magazine's Future 50 (Fastest Growing Chain). With over 700...

Line Cook/Prep Cook

  • Venice, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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  • Venice, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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Handle food preparation, including chopping, marinating, seasoning, and cooking ingredients....

Line Cook OyBar Now Hiring

  • Studio City, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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  • Studio City, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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Culinary Agents is working with the team at OyBar to connect them with talented hospitality professionals. OyBar - Now Hiring: Line Cook Click here to learn more & apply today! OyBar in Studio...

Immediate hiring: Cook for Breakfast / Lunch

  • Los Angeles, CA
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  • Los Angeles, CA
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We are seeking a skilled and passionate cook to join our team. - Cook with passion for food - Cashier / Counterhelp Part- or Full time. Requirements: 1. Prefer working experience in a restaurant...

Saute Cook OyBar Now Hiring

  • Studio City, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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  • Studio City, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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Culinary Agents is working with the team at OyBar to connect them with talented hospitality professionals. OyBar - Now Hiring: Saute Cook Click here to learn more & apply today! OyBar in Studio...

Hiring / Contratando Cook

  • San Marino, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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  • San Marino, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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Breakfast and Lunch Cook (San Marino) Mari Vees cafe 2150 Huntington Drive,near San Marino Blvd Se solicita Cocinero de linea con experiencia de comida de desayuno, tiempo completo. Trabajar los...

Dishwasher

  • Rolling Hills Estates, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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  • Rolling Hills Estates, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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Benefits People taking care of people, that's who we are and what we do at Cogir Senior Living! What to expect... Cogir Senior Living (formerly Cadence Living) is hiring a friendly, compassionate,...

Cook Full Time

  • Sierra Madre, CA (17 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sierra Madre, CA (17 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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You would handle food in accordance with sanitary standards and recognized food preparation standards....

Cafe- Food Service Associate

  • Culver City, CA (8 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Culver City, CA (8 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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Join the movement! Erewhon market is trailblazing in the health and wellness industry, and were rapidly expanding! Our culture comes from unstoppable leaders, inspiring staff, and the best food...

Maintenance Utility Worker - UniFirst

  • Gardena, CA (6 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Gardena, CA (6 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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Our Team is Kind of a Big Deal! UniFirst is seeking a reliable and hardworking Maintenance Utility Worker to join our UniFirst community. As a Team Partner in the Maintenance Department, you will...

Food Service Utility (Part Time)

  • Culver City, CA (8 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Culver City, CA (8 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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We are hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE UTILITY position. Location : Southern California Hospital - 3828 Delmas Terrace, Culver City, CA 90232. Note: online applications accepted...

Dishwasher (Part Time)

  • La Mirada, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • La Mirada, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Scrapes and rinses food from dirty dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment...

Demographic Data for Los Angeles, CA

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
46.3%
Bachelor's Degree
15.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

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