Kitchen Staff Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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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Tavern519

Head Chef

  • Tavern519
  • Frenchtown, NJ (20 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Tavern519
  • Frenchtown, NJ (20 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Food Preparation: Ensure all dishes are prepared to the highest standards of quality and presentation....

Cook, Food and Beverage

  • Langhorne, PA (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Join us at Sesame Place and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our...

Food Service Worker Burlington

  • Burlington, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Burlington, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's...

Cook I

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods....

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time

  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

Breakfast Omelette Cook (Saturday & Sunday)

  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Our franchise organization, JK Hospitality, LLC dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The Cook is responsible for the quality, quantity,...

Grill Cook

  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Benefits: Free food & snacks Free uniforms Responsibilities Are you a high energy person who loves food? Are you looking for a dynamic work atmosphere where you never get bored? Do you like to see...

Cook

  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Be a part of our SPECIAL restaurant recovery! We have a new look, new items including alcohol, and a new outdoor area! We are seeking high energy individuals with or without experience eager to...

Hot Cook

  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Our franchise organization, JK Hospitality, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The Cook is responsible for the quality, quantity, tastiness, and freshness of...

Kitchen Team Member- WEEKENDS

  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Be a part of our special restaurant recovery! At Golden Corral we specialize in Food, Family & Fun! These terms don't just apply to the guest but also our team members. We strive to keep our...

Dishwasher/ Utility Worker/ Truck Unloaded

  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

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

Line Cook - Edison Chili's

  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Cook - Cocinero

  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bensalem, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation up to $18/hr Our COOKS or as we say, Cocineros, are the Heart of our House! At On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina we celebrate bringing people together! Its our mission to Have...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Langhorne, PA (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Langhorne, PA (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow recipes and wrapping,...

Team Member - Food Champion

  • Perth Amboy, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Live MAS!... & Grow your Career at TACO BELL! "TOP FRANCHISE" 3 Years Running - Entrepreneur "100 Most Influential Companies" - Time Join one of the hottest global brands - with a top Franchisee -...

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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 Princeton, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Princeton, NJ 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 Princeton, NJ
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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