Kitchen Staff Jobs in Pomona, 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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Lead Baker at PADERIA PRIVE

  • Irvine, CA (17 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (17 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

PADERIA is a modern bakery featuring traditional pastries curated from around the globe. A bakery for both the epicurean traveler and for those that have yet to travel. PADERIA is a concept and...

Baker / Panadero - Jemma Restaurant in Hollywood

  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

We are looking for an overnight baker to join our restaurant - Jemma in Hollywood. The shifts are Thursday - Sunday evening from 12 am - 6 am. The pay is $20-$24/hour. We offer benefits including...

Fine dining restaurant seeking PART TIME DISHWASHER

  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Dishwasher Fine Dining Restaurant Location: Melrose Hill, Los Angeles Employment Type: [Part-Time] Compensation: [$22-$24+ Tips] Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday availability required About Us: Corridor...

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Temple City, CA (15 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Temple City, CA (15 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Crew Member

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (15 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (15 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

McDonalds provides reasonable accommodations as determined on a case-by-case- basis for qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities upon request. If you need assistance accessing or...

Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Part Time

  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Performs all duties related to dishwashing and maintaining general cleanliness of the kitchen area....

Food Service Worker

  • Garden Grove, CA (15 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (15 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

variety of patient and non patient food service duties such as preparing and delivering patient trays, servicing the cafeteria, working on tray line, stocking storage areas, preparing nourishments, dishwashing...

Banquet Sous Chef

  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

preparation and of sanitary methods used in food preparation and kitchen maintenance Experience calculating figures and performing mathematical functions to meet business needs Physical ability to...

Line Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Preparation Organizational Skills Food Safety Knowledge Work Ethic Knife Skills Reliability Composure Basic Knife Skills Culinary Knowledge Clear Communication Ability to work in a fast paced environment...

Dishwasher - Diamond Bar Chilis

  • Diamond Bar, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Diamond Bar, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Line Cook

  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

preparation positionGood knife skills and finger dexterity to use small tools and utensils adeptlyDegree from a culinary arts training program preferredJob RequirementsAvailability to work onsite with...

Sous Chef

  • Chino Hills, CA (6 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chino Hills, CA (6 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

SOUS CHEF CHINO HILLS, CA JC Golf is looking for passionate individuals to join our team who are interested in sharing their unrivaled love for hospitality and golf with our guests. Our employees...

Restaurant Crew

  • Bloomington, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bloomington, CA (24 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 18 hours 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...

Dishwasher. (Lavaplatos)

  • Arcadia, CA (15 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arcadia, CA (15 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 1 day ago

un Dishwasher. (Lavaplatos) (Arcadia) All India Cafe 48 e. huntington dr. compensation: 17 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Dishwasher (Lavaplatos) looking for a dishwasher....

Dishwasher (Wednesday 1pm-9pm and Friday, Saturday 6am-2pm)

  • Corona, CA (16 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Corona, CA (16 miles from Pomona, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The Dishwasher ensures the cleanliness and sanitation of all dining ware and equipment used by the kitchen staff. As well as assist in some aspects of food preparation....

Demographic Data for Pomona, CA

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Pomona, 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 Pomona, 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 Pomona, 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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