Kitchen Staff Jobs in Riverside, 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 Specialist 2

  • Riverside, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 6 hours ago

and Duties Do you want to make a positive impact on youth of California? Do you enjoy the culinary arts? A career with purpose? Join the team of the California Conservation Corps, Los Pinos Center...

Service Deli Clerk

  • Grand Terrace, CA (4 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Grand Terrace, CA (4 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Service Deli Clerk Address: 22201 Barton Road Location: Grand Terrace, CA, US, 92313 Store Number: 0188 Sponsorship: Please note Stater Bros. Markets is not able to consider candidates who will...

Meat Clerk

  • Chino, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Chino, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Meat Clerk Address: 8373 Pine Avenue Location: Chino, CA, US, 91708 Store Number: 0209 Sponsorship: Please note Stater Bros. Markets is not able to consider candidates who will require visa...

About the Employer The Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) is a service agency supporting the county's 23 school districts that serve nearly 430,000 students. RCOE provides administrative...

Restaurant Crew

  • Redlands, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Redlands, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 19 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...

Kitchen Utility Worker - Parttime

  • Moreno Valley, CA (11 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA (11 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Also includes cleaning the dishwashing area, food- serving areas and equipment, dining room tables and chairs and vacuum and clean the dining room area....

Cook - Fulltime

  • Moreno Valley, CA (11 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA (11 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

In the role of Cook and member of the Dining Services team, you will be responsible to prepare nutritious, appetizing, and attractive meals for our residents and ensure a smooth, efficient and...

Prep Cook - Full-Time

  • Yucaipa, CA (21 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Yucaipa, CA (21 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Apply Online at: Responsibilities: Assist with the preparation and presentation of meals. * Provide a high level of customer service. * Work closely with the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef to...

Cook Ontario Convention Center

  • Ontario, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Team Member: Food Champion (CA)

  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Mission: The mission of the Food Champion is to ensure the highest quality of food and service for our guests by meticulously preparing menu items to exact specifications, maintaining...

Dishwasher

  • Rialto, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rialto, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Server Assistant - Busser

  • Rialto, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rialto, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Love your job at Texas Roadhouse! Join our family and work in a high-volume restaurant filled with fun. Are you interested in working with people in a fun and fast-paced environment? If so, we...

Line Cook - Broil/Grill

  • Rialto, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rialto, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Line Cook

  • Rialto, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rialto, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Temporary Senior Food Service Worker

  • Moreno Valley, CA (11 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA (11 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

preparation, and serving tasks; performs other related duties as required....

Demographic Data for Riverside, CA

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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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