Kitchen Staff Jobs in Olathe, 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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Breakfast Cook - FT- Mornings Experience Required

  • Olathe, KS
  • 6 hours ago
  • Olathe, KS
  • 6 hours ago

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

Cook

  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 7 hours ago

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

Sous Chef

  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 10 hours 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...

Cook

  • Lawrence, KS (23 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lawrence, KS (23 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 10 hours ago

Summary This position is part of the Haskell Indian Nations University, Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), Department of the Interior (DOI). As a Cook, you will be responsible for providing...

Crew Member

  • Prairie Village, KS (11 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Prairie Village, KS (11 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 11 hours 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 (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 23 hours 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 (10 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (10 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 23 hours 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....

Steward

  • Overland Park, KS (10 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS (10 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Number 24208969 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center, 6100 College Boulevard, Overland Park, Kansas, United States VIEW ON...

Restaurant Squad Crew Member

  • Olathe, KS (2 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olathe, KS (2 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day 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

  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Primrose Retirement Communities is hiring for a Cook to be responsible for providing residents and guests with a pleasant dining experience through the efficient and sanitary preparation and...

Line Cook

  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Ability to operate food preparation equipment. Ability to stand for long periods of time....

Restaurant Crewmember

  • Lawrence, KS (23 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lawrence, KS (23 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Starting hiring pay: $15 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....

Fry Cook

  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Text GCTeams to ... to schedule an interview TODAY! We offer the opportunity to grow and develop to your personal best. Some of our highlighted benefits are: Flexible work schedule. Clear and...

Hot Cook

  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago

We offer the opportunity to grow and develop to your personal best. Some of our highlighted benefits are: Flexible work schedule. Clear and defined training. Career growth, you are our future!...

Dishwasher

  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago

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

Demographic Data for Olathe, KS

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
This seminar is designed to be an experimental and hands-on approach to applied chemistry (as seen in cooking). Cooking may be the oldest and most widespread application of chemistry and recipes...
Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS
The health and wellbeing of NHS staff is essential to the quality of care provided to patients, service users and communities. The Covid-19 pandemic placed unprecedented pressures on the health...
Reading Cookbooks: from The Forme of Cury to The Smitten Kitchen
In this course students will visit the past through cookbooks to learn about what foodstuffs and technologies were available and when, and how religious and nutritional concerns dictated what was...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Olathe, 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 Olathe, 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 Olathe, 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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