Kitchen Staff Jobs in San Francisco, 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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doughweime

Baker

  • doughweime
  • Union City, CA (23 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • doughweime
  • Union City, CA (23 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Learn and maintain knowledge of all Doughweime products, recipes, food preparation, quality control standards, customer accommodations, and allergy information....

Prep Cook Fish & Bird Sousaku Izakaya Now Hiring

  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Culinary Agents is working with the team at Fish & Bird Sousaku Izakaya to connect them with talented hospitality professionals. Fish & Bird Sousaku Izakaya - Now Hiring: Prep Cook Click here to...

Part Time Bakery Production Team Member (Food Preparation)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Performs all functions relating to preparation, counter service, and stocking of product. Decorates and finishes cakes and pies. All Whole Foods...

Cook (part time) @ DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

A Cook is responsible for preparing food items in accordance with recipes and established standards in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding service and financial profitability....

Prep Cook

  • Corte Madera, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Corte Madera, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Compensation Range $17.75 - $20.00 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Dishwasher

  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Compensation Range $17.50 - $19.00 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Line Cook

  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Compensation Range $19.00 - $24.75 / Hour Overview: Why Join Our Team: Great earnings potential Full and part-time hours available Flexible scheduling to fit your life Medical coverage starting at...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Flik Hospitality Group We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. Location: Bayer Berkeley - 800 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94710. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule:...

Utility Worker - Gas Transmission & Distribution

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Requisition ID # 163177 Job Category: Maintenance / Construction / Operations Job Level: Individual Contributor Business Unit: Gas Operations Work Type: Onsite Job Location: San Francisco...

Part Time Banquet Cook

  • South San Francisco, CA (8 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (8 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Responsible for maintaining and setting up food production station and quality control of all meat, fish, fowl, sauces, stocks, seasonings and all other food items prepared on the hot line. Has...

Restaurant Crew

  • Pacheco, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Pacheco, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

NOTE Please apply in person at the address listed. 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...

Food Service Worker / Cashier - Korematsu 25TP142

  • Richmond, CA (12 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Richmond, CA (12 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

West Contra Costa Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Please submit an online EdJoin application and current resume. Please refer to the job description for job duties...

Line Cook 3

  • Sausalito, CA (7 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Sausalito, CA (7 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Set up, execute, and maintain menu items on a station as directed by the Executive Chef and the Sous Chefs Assist with general butchery of fish & meats Contribute to the...

Line Cook 1

  • Sausalito, CA (7 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Sausalito, CA (7 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

Are you inspired by nature, fun and beauty? We invite you to join a friendly and innovative team providing world class service. As a Line Cook 1 at the Cavallo Point Lodge team, you will enjoy a...

Full-time Line Cook

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, saute burners, convection oven, flat top range, and refrigeration equipment....

Demographic Data for San Francisco, CA

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, 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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