Kitchen Staff Jobs in Joliet, IL

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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EXPO - COOKS - Line Chef (Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Lombard Area)

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Communicate with kitchen staff to ensure all orders are prepared correctly and in a timely manner. Teamwork is important. Provide excellent customer service with a positive attitude....

Dietary Cook

  • Matteson, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Matteson, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Dietary Cook Ridgeland Senior Living Matteson, IL Are you a Dietary Cook seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further! Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking dietary...

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Joliet, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 15 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...

Meat Clerk Part Time

  • Batavia, IL (21 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Batavia, IL (21 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJ's Wholesale Club offers a...

Restaurant Crewmember - Dinner/Close Shift

  • Shorewood, IL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Shorewood, IL
  • 16 hours ago

Starting hiring pay: $16 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....

Cook (Full Time)

  • Homer Glen, IL (9 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Homer Glen, IL (9 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

Unidine Unidine is hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Location: Marian Village - 15624 Marian Drive, Homer Glen, IL 60491. Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday, 6:30 am to 3:00 pm;...

Baker

  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Golden Corral is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The Baker has the important responsibility of preparing yeast rolls, cakes, pies, specialty desserts and other...

Dishwasher

  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Dishwashing is an integral part of this position. Cleanliness: Provides clean, sparkling silverware and dishes to the guest....

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time

  • Hinsdale, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

Meat Clerk

  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

At Tony's Fresh Market, LLC, how we work is defined by shared values that include absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration. But it's more than that, it's smart and highly driven people...

Service Deli Clerk TFM

  • Glendale Heights, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

You will clean and sanitize dishes, food preparation areas, and equipment. Responsibilities: Greeting and building rapport with customers....

Prep Cook - Shorewood Chili's

  • Shorewood, IL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Shorewood, IL
  • 19 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...

Food Service Worker- Nutrition & Food Services Full-time Various Start Times

  • Palos Heights, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

Take Room Service orders including employee/patient/family initiated orders and those patients needing assistance. Complete tray assembly....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Geneva, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Geneva, IL (24 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

In most jobs, everyone doesnt spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, thats just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Montgomery, IL (14 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, IL (14 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow recipes and wrapping,...

Demographic Data for Joliet, IL

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Joliet, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Joliet, IL 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 Joliet, IL
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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