Kitchen Staff Jobs in Oceanside, 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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Dishwasher/Prep

  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

The ideal candidate will have a passion for food preparation and a commitment to maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen environment. PM availability is a MUST....

Chef/Cook needed ASAP

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Oversee kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation. Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment....

Cook

  • Escondido, CA (23 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Escondido, CA (23 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Overview We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a...

Cook - Dietary

  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, 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...

Steward/ Dishwasher - Seasonal (FT)

  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Maintains equipment and keeps dishwashing areas clean and organized. *This is a seasonal position with an end date of September 15, 2025....

Cook 2 - Vue

  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Cook 2 - Vue Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,833 current hospitality jobs what where Cook 2 - Vue Omni La Costa...

Service Deli Clerk

  • Lake Elsinore, CA (21 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Elsinore, CA (21 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Service Deli Clerk Address: 32281 Mission Trail Location: Lake Elsinore, CA, US, 92530 Store Number: 0189 Sponsorship: Please note Stater Bros. Markets is not able to consider candidates who will...

Food Service Worker-Dietary-Part Time Varied-Temecula Valley Hospital

  • Temecula, CA (15 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Temecula, CA (15 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Job Duties : The Food Service worker will conduct daily duties such as: delivery of meal trays to costumes, patients, and guests of the hospital, assembling meal trays, food preparation and...

Restaurant Crewmember - Late Night Shift

  • San Marcos, CA (12 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Marcos, CA (12 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Starting hiring pay: $20 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant team....

Restaurant Crew

  • Menifee, CA (24 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Menifee, CA (24 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

APPLY HERE! This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not Jack in the Box Inc. This means the independent franchisee, and not Jack in the...

Stewarding - Steward

  • Valley Center, CA (19 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Valley Center, CA (19 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

WHO WE ARE: Be a member of the winning team at Valley View Casino & Hotel - named one of San Diego's Best Places To Work by the San Diego Business Journal. Valley View is where fun and your future...

Garde Manger - Pantry Cook I

  • Valley Center, CA (19 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Valley Center, CA (19 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

WHO WE ARE: Be a member of the winning team at Valley View Casino & Hotel - named one of San Diego's Best Places To Work by the San Diego Business Journal. Valley View is where fun and your future...

Station Cook II

  • Murrieta, CA (15 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Murrieta, CA (15 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 2 days ago

At Murrieta Hot Springs Resort, our housekeeping associates cultivate rejuvenating, memorable experiences through attention to detail, quality, and care. Are you ready to expand your career in an...

Line Cook - Broil/Grill

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 2 days ago

Love your job at Texas Roadhouse! Join our family and take pride in your work. Do you feel that you have the potential to be a grill master for Texas Roadhouse? Our legendary steaks are our most...

Dishwasher

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 2 days ago

Love your job at Texas Roadhouse! Join our family and take pride in your work. Texas Roadhouse is looking for a Dishwasher who works well with others while following sanitation guidelines in the...

Demographic Data for Oceanside, CA

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, 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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