Kitchen Staff Jobs in Shelbyville, KY

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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School Food Service Cook/Baker - (2024-2025) -Mt. Washington Elementary School

  • Mount Washington, KY (23 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Mount Washington, KY (23 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 17 hours ago

This posting is for the 2024-2025 school year Prepare, cook, bake and serve a variety of foods in quantity at an assigned school site; assist in other food preparation duties as directed; maintain facilities...

Kitchen / Cook / Food

  • Lawrenceburg, KY (17 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lawrenceburg, KY (17 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 1 day ago

The successful Food/Kitchen Service Crew Member is able to: Answering questions about menu items and promotions Prepare Ingredients and Menu Items Restocking product and workstations Using food preparation...

Food Service Utility (Full Time)

  • Louisville, KY (24 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY (24 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE UTILITY position. Location : Kentucky Farm Bureau - 9201 Bunsen Parkway, Louisville, KY 40220 Note: online applications accepted only....

Cook - Shelbyville, KY

  • Shelbyville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Shelbyville, KY
  • 3 days ago

TumbleweedRestaurant is actively seeking an efficient, knowledgeable, andhard-working Cook to join our team. Thisposition offers flexible work schedule up to $11-14/hour anda variety of unique...

Dishwasher - Shelbyville, KY

  • Shelbyville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Shelbyville, KY
  • 3 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES Have a complete working knowledge of the operation/use of the dishwashing machine and compartment sink Be able to maintain a working pace that ensures an adequate supply of service...

Grill Cook (Middletown)

  • Middletown, KY (19 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Middletown, KY (19 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 5 days ago

Burgers. Chicken. Salads. Shakes. You! Jaggers, part of the Texas Roadhouse brand family, is looking for a Grill Cook who has an eye for detail and knows quality food when they see it. As a Grill...

Baker

  • Middletown, KY (19 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Middletown, KY (19 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 5 days ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: BAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible to earn...

Grill Cook (Middletown)

  • Worthngtn Hls, KY (15 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Worthngtn Hls, KY (15 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 6 days ago

Burgers. Chicken. Salads. Shakes. You! Jaggers, part of the Texas Roadhouse brand family, is looking for a Grill Cook who has an eye for detail and knows quality food when they see it. As a Grill...

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Lawrenceburg, KY (17 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lawrenceburg, KY (17 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 6 days ago

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names....

Full Time Cook - rotating weekends

  • Frankfort, KY (15 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY (15 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 7 days ago

Creative Dining Services at Stewart Home School is looking for a Full Time Cook in Frankfort, KY. Working in a commissary kitchen, we prep and serve approximately 350 people three meals per day,...

Cook

  • Lawrenceburg, KY (17 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lawrenceburg, KY (17 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 8 days ago

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions....

Kitchen Manager

  • Louisville, KY (24 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Louisville, KY (24 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 8 days ago

Oversees and creates schedules for kitchen staff with AKM....

Sous Chef - FT Year-Round

  • Frankfort, KY (15 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY (15 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 8 days ago

Creative Dining Services is looking for a Sous Chef with a talent for culinary excellence to join our team at the Stewart Home & School in Frankfort, KY. This role will work alongside our...

Events Dish Steward

  • La Grange, KY (18 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 10 days ago
  • La Grange, KY (18 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 10 days ago

Assists with kitchen food preparation as assigned....

Salad and Sandwich Maker Opening Shift

  • Frankfort, KY (15 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY (15 miles from Shelbyville, KY)
  • 13 days ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: SALAD & SANDWICH MAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything...

Demographic Data for Shelbyville, KY

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Shelbyville, KY

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 Shelbyville, KY 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 Shelbyville, KY
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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