Kitchen Staff Jobs in New Mexico

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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Supervise kitchen staff, providing training and guidance to ensure skill development and adherence to safety standards....

Cook

  • Silver City, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Silver City, NM
  • 15 days ago

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

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Belen, NM
  • 20 days ago
  • Belen, NM
  • 20 days ago

Responsibilities Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads. Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes....

Rooftop Bar - Seasonal Line Cook

  • Tesuque, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Tesuque, NM
  • 2 days ago

Starting at $18, Seasonal Position - May to October Property Location: 828 Paseo de Peralta - Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501 You belong at Drury Hotels. Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a...

Senior Kitchen Manager

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 11 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 11 hours ago

Overview Do you challenge yourself to always do things right and do them better? Then you will thrive at BJ’s Restaurants! We are committed to our CRAFT: C onnection, R espect, A dvancement, F un,...

Baker Needed @ Juan Tabo Location

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 11 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 11 hours ago

Manage the production of wide range of donuts /bagels / muffins & other baked products and take pride in maintaining a beautiful and well stocked display case Bake, frost and fill products in...

Kitchen Utility Worker

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 14 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 14 hours ago

Assists with food preparation and plating when necessary. Maintains the correct storage of all cookware, china, glassware, and utensils....

Restaurant Crewmember

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 23 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 23 hours 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....

Kitchen Cook

  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 23 hours ago
  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 23 hours ago

control; Food preparation methods, including proper handling, measuring, washing, cutting, and assembling food and ingredients; Food preparation for large groups of people; Recipe conversions and use...

Dishwasher/Utility

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 23 hours ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 23 hours ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Dishwasher/Utility Employee plays an essential role in ensuring a smooth, efficient and guest-ready operation by meeting high-volume dishwashing demands and maintaining...

Cook

  • Church Rock, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Church Rock, NM
  • 1 day ago

Maintains all food preparation standards in a safe, accident-free environment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or GED plus one (1) year food service experience as a prep or line cook....

Experienced line cook wanted at La Mama

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a competent cook to join our strong and thriving team in the Back of House (BOH) +prep cook and line experience a must, baking experience a plus +AM + PM shifts +competitive pay...

Student Nutrition 7 Hour Cook/ Baker/ Harrison Schmitt Elementary

  • Silver City, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Silver City, NM
  • 1 day ago

Silver Consolidated School District Job Description The SCSD is an EEOC employer Position: 7 Hour Cook/Baker Supervisor: Cafeteria Manager General Job Description: The development and...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Location : Intel RR5 - 4100 Sara Rd M/S B RR50108, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Note: online applications...

Part Time Prepared Foods Dishwasher

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago

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

Demographic Data for New Mexico

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in New Mexico

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 New Mexico offer the following education background
High School or GED
46.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.4%
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 New Mexico
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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