Kitchen Staff Jobs in Kearney, NE

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

  • Axtell, NE (15 miles from Kearney, NE)
  • 26 days ago
  • Axtell, NE (15 miles from Kearney, NE)
  • 26 days ago

Ideally, you should have: A passion to help others Six months experience in quantity food preparation HS Diploma or equivalent Ability to adapt and be agile as needed in a fast-paced environment Excellent...

Lead Cook - FT Days - Long Term Care

  • Kearney, NE
  • 10 hours ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 10 hours ago

preparation as assigned....

Meat Clerk

  • Kearney, NE
  • 3 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 3 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Cook/ Food Production, FT hrs varies between 5a-6p, Every 3rd weekend & rotating holidays

  • Holdrege, NE (21 miles from Kearney, NE)
  • 8 days ago
  • Holdrege, NE (21 miles from Kearney, NE)
  • 8 days ago

Let us take care of you with benefits that includehealth plans for your whole family, dental/vision ins., Employee pharmacy with LOW Cost pharmaceutical benefits, HSA/FSA, matching retirement...

Market Grille Cook

  • Kearney, NE
  • 10 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 10 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Lead Food Service Assistant - PT Eve

  • Kearney, NE
  • 11 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 11 days ago

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000...

Senior Cook - FT FLEX

  • Kearney, NE
  • 11 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 11 days ago

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000...

Food Service Cook/Worker - CNVH Kearney, NE

  • Kearney, NE
  • 20 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 20 days ago

Requirements / Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications : Coursework, training and/or experience in food preparation, baking and/or kitchen operations in the food service industry....

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Kearney, NE
  • 26 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 26 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...

Meat Clerk

  • Kearney, NE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 30+ days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Baker

  • Kearney, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 45+ 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...

Hy-Chi Cook

  • Kearney, NE
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 60+ days ago

At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and...

Cook

  • Kearney, NE
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Established by the Sisters of the St. Francis in 1924 CHI Health Good Samaritan is a 268-bed regional referral center in Kearney Neb. At CHI Health Good Samaritan youll find an advanced...

Crew Member

  • Kearney, NE
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 90+ days ago

Here at SONIC Drive-in, our priority isnt just great service, its great experiences. We are looking for full-time/part-time energetic, friendly and team-oriented cooks. Responsibilities: Preparing...

Cook

  • Kearney, NE
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 90+ days ago

Responsibilities: Preparing and cooking food orders to meet product quality standards Food preparation and portioning Cooking on the grill Operating the fry station Dressing items to order Packaging...

Demographic Data for Kearney, NE

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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...
Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Vaccine Trained Staff)
This two-week course will help you gain an understanding of why vaccines can help protect the health of those living or working in prisons and those around them. Whats more, youll develop the...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Kearney, NE

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 Kearney, NE 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 Kearney, NE
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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