Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lenexa, KS

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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Cook

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 2 hours ago

Overview Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about...

Grill Cook

  • Overland Park, KS (8 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (8 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 3 hours ago

Grill Cook At CAVA, we make it deliciously simple to eat well and feel good every day. We are guided by a Mediterranean heritage that's been perfecting how to eat and live for four thousand years....

Restaurant Squad Crew Member

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 3 hours ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 3 hours ago

MOD Restaurants make pizza to serve people, to contribute to a world that works for and includes everyone. We believe companies can and should be a force for good in the lives of the people they...

Cook / Kitchen Team

  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 3 hours ago

Modern Market Cook Love your job and get paid to do it. Our teams are made up of people who love living a healthy lifestyle, serving others and making the world a better place. We cook from...

Food Service Worker- Part Time

  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 3 hours ago

Food Service Worker- Part Time** **Job Reference Number:** 29809 **Employment Type:** Part-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Education **Brand:** K-12-by-Elior **State:** Missouri (US-MO) **The Role...

Line Cook

  • Merriam, KS (7 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Merriam, KS (7 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 4 hours ago

Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment. Mobility required during the entire shift. Ability to transport cases up to 50 pounds as many as 20 times per day....

Cook (Concessions)

  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 7 hours ago

Levy Sector Position Title: [[Cook (Concessions)]] Pay Range: [[18.00]] to [[20.00]] We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition...

Sous Chef

  • Overland Park, KS (8 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (8 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 7 hours ago

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is seeking a Sous Chef to join the team! POSITION SUMMARY The Sous Chef will be responsible for the leadership of the Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Culinary...

Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Part Time

  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 18 hours ago

Performs all duties related to dishwashing and maintaining general cleanliness of the kitchen area....

Breakfast Cook - FT- Mornings Experience Required

  • Olathe, KS (6 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olathe, KS (6 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Preparation, Non-Profit, Hero, Health Care, Health-Care Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)...

Cook

  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 1 day ago

preparation, general cleaning and stocking of food services areas....

Sous Chef

  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 1 day ago

menu planning and recipe development Train and mentor kitchen staff to uphold company standards Monitor inventory and assist in ordering supplies Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure a seamless...

Crew Member

  • Prairie Village, KS (5 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Prairie Village, KS (5 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 1 day 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...

Pastry Cook

  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (13 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Additional Information Experienced Pastry Cook Job Number 24209433 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center, 2345 McGee Street, Kansas City,...

Cook II

  • Overland Park, KS (8 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Overland Park, KS (8 miles from Lenexa, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers....

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lenexa, KS

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 Lenexa, KS 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 Lenexa, KS
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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