Kitchen Staff Jobs in Delaware

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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Grill Cook

  • New Castle, DE
  • 14 hours ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 14 hours ago

Location Name: TA INSTRUMENTS, NEW CASTLE - 52034001 Location ID: 52034001 Grill Cook Location: TA INSTRUMENTS, NEW CASTLE - 52034001 Workdays/shifts : WEEKDAYS ONLY - Specific Shifts. More...

Lead Line Cook

  • Rehoboth Beach, DE
  • 14 hours ago
  • Rehoboth Beach, DE
  • 14 hours ago

Communication: Communicates effectively with kitchen staff, management, and other departments. Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves issues related to food preparation, service, and safety....

Line Cook

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 14 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 14 hours ago

Cook and prepare menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff according to the Snuff Recipe Index, ensuring food quality and time standards are always met....

Part-Time Food Service Worker

  • Seaford, DE
  • 1 day ago
  • Seaford, DE
  • 1 day ago

Part-Time Food Service Worker** **Job Reference Number:** 29756 **Employment Type:** Part-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Healthcare **Brand:** Cura-Hospitality **State:** Delaware (US-DE) **Why...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 1 day ago

Unidine Unidine is hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location: Gilpin Hall - 1101 Gilpin Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19806 Schedule: Part time schedule. Days and hours may...

Cook / Chef

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 1 day ago

The cook assists with preparing menus, inventory control, and maintains a clean or organized safe kitchen environment. This position is responsible for preparing the food in an appetizing and...

Cook

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 1 day ago

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions....

Cook

  • Middletown, DE
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, DE
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview Heart of House is a key position in our organization. They are critical to creating a diningexperience worth celebrating which in turn creates guest loyalty by consistently and...

Crew Member

  • Newark, DE
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 2 days ago

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the...

C/S Cook

  • DE
  • 2 days ago
  • DE
  • 2 days ago

Applies food service principles, practices and methods governing food preparation activities such as food handling, proper storage and temperature control, cleaning of kitchen equipment and utensils...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 2 days ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Gilpin Hall - 1101 Gilpin Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19806 Schedule : Part time schedule. Days and hours may vary....

Cook

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 2 days ago

Cook at Legal Grounds Cafe in Wilmington, Delaware, United States Job Description Prepare meals according to the cafe menu Be able to follow instructions and constantly deliver an excellent...

C/S Food Service Worker

  • DE
  • 5 days ago
  • DE
  • 5 days ago

Performs all phases of the dishwashing process....

Dishwasher

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 days ago

Food for Thought Catering is seeking a reliable full-time individual to join our team for the position of DISHWASHER. Expectations: Reliable transportation to and from work Recent experience in...

Line Cook

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 5 days ago

Preparation Willingness to Learn Reliability in Attendance and Performance Ability to follow instructions Problem Solving Skills Interpersonal Skills Ability to Handle Multiple Tasks Knowledge of food...

Demographic Data for Delaware

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Delaware

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 Delaware offer the following education background
High School or GED
46.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.4%
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 Delaware
None
41.7%
Less than 1 year
37.0%
1-2 years
14.4%
4-6 years
4.4%
6-8 years
2.6%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Kitchen Staff position

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