Kitchen Staff Jobs in Rantoul, 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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Dishwasher - FT

  • Savoy, IL (18 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Savoy, IL (18 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Join our dedicated team as a Dishwasher / Cook Assistant at Windsor of Savoy, IL where you will be supporting both kitchen operations and dining room service....

Grill Cook

  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 3 days ago

preparation so that all items for check are finished at the same time Properly maintain and operate equipment effectively....

Food Service Worker

  • Urbana, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Urbana, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Food Service Worker I will have 1-2 years of experience in Food Service; normal instruction in performing tasks; general food preparation, cleaning and serving....

Late Night Cashiers/Kitchen Staff

  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Linders' Family McDonalds is looking for friendly cashiers to join our late-night staff. Why work at McDonalds? Work today get paid tomorrow! $2,500 in Tuition Assistance Competitive Wages Paid...

Cook - Full Time

  • Savoy, IL (18 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Savoy, IL (18 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 8 days ago

What You Need: Experience in food preparation (2+ years preferred) Willingness to learn and grow Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification (or obtain it within 3 months) Ready to bring your skills...

Food Service Worker - Evenings (Tray Line) 18 hours per week

  • Urbana, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Urbana, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Overview The Food Service Worker performs a variety of tasks required within a food service operation including patient tray assembly / delivery, dish area, salad bar, short order cooking,...

Dishwasher

  • Urbana, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Urbana, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Atkins Golf Club at U of IL is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Dishwasher. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on...

Assistant Baker

  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Paid time off Future Opening - Starting May 1, 2025 At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Assistant Baker/Utility is at the heart of it all....

Food Service Worker

  • Urbana, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Urbana, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Total Rewards "Your life - our Mission" OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits,...

(18yrs+ to apply) Meat Clerk - Champaign

  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 13 days ago

This is not an official job description, but represents major responsibilities a new hire can expect to perform. You could expect the position of meat clerk to include the following: DUTIES:...

Dishwasher

  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Dishwasher | Part-Time | University of Illinois Athletics Location US-IL-Champaign Job ID 2025-21316 Location Name University of Illinois Athletics Category Culinary / Kitchen Management Type...

Sous Chef - nights in the Kraft cafeteria

  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 15 days ago

The Sous Chef plays a vital role in planning and directing food preparation, ensuring timely and efficient service every day....

Pizza/Deli Prep - Kraft cafeteria

  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Creative Dining Services is looking for a Prep Cook at the Kraft-Heinz Dining Center in Champaign, IL. This role will help prepare menu items for cafeteria service daily, with a focus on pizzas...

Dishwasher - 1st shift Kraft cafeteria services

  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Creative Dining Services is looking for a Dishwasher to join our dining services team in the Kraft-Heinz cafeteria. The Dishwasher is essential to the smooth daily operations of the kitchen,...

Sous Chef - Athletic Dining @ University of Illinois Training Table

  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Champaign, IL (14 miles from Rantoul, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Ensures kitchen staff are aware of work place expectations by providing on-going assistance, training and mentoring to kitchen staff....

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Rantoul, IL

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 Rantoul, IL 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 Rantoul, 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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