Kitchen Staff Jobs in Matteson, 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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Tastes of Bri

Line Cook & Meal Prep Cook

  • Tastes of Bri
  • Cicero, IL (23 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tastes of Bri
  • Cicero, IL (23 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 2 days ago

You will showcase your knife skills and expertise in broiling, frying, sautéing, and sauce making to deliver high-quality dishes to our customers....

Cook (Cantonese Style)

  • Burbank, IL (17 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Burbank, IL (17 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

at David's Kitchen Inc in Burbank, Illinois, United States Job Description Plan menus and cook Chinese style dishes, dinners, and other food according to traditional or standard Chinese recipes....

Lead Cook - Taste Bar Cafe, Falls - Full Time

  • Oak Brook, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Id : REQ_568384, Title : Lead Cook - Taste Bar Cafe, Falls - Full Time, Category : Merchandising, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...474, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Prep Cook - Shorewood Chilis

  • Joliet, IL (24 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Joliet, IL (24 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 12 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...

Senior Kitchen Manager

  • Merrillville, IN (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Merrillville, IN (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Do you challenge yourself to always do things right and do them better? Then you will thrive at BJ’s Restaurants! We are committed to our CRAFT: C onnection, R espect, A dvancement, F un,...

Dietary Cook

  • Matteson, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Matteson, IL
  • 1 day 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 (24 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Joliet, IL (24 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day 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

  • Midlothian, IL (9 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Midlothian, IL (9 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day 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 (24 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shorewood, IL (24 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day 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 (18 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Homer Glen, IL (18 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day 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;...

Restaurant Kitchen Manager

  • Schererville, IN (15 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schererville, IN (15 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Our franchise organization, C and D Enterprises dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! At Golden Corral, we know that successful people are the...

Baker

  • Schererville, IN (15 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schererville, IN (15 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Now under new leadership, C and D Enterprises dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to lead our team forward! Great Benefits Including: Flexible Hours and...

Cook

  • Cicero, IL (23 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cicero, IL (23 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Our franchise organization, Corral Chicago, dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The Cook is responsible for the quality, quantity, tastiness,...

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time

  • Hinsdale, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Prep Cook - Shorewood Chili's

  • Shorewood, IL (24 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shorewood, IL (24 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Matteson, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Matteson, 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 Matteson, 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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