Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lancaster, OH

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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Restaurant Crew Member

  • Lancaster, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, OH
  • 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...

Bakery/Deli Clerk

  • Groveport, OH (18 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Groveport, OH (18 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Groveport, US-OH Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Bakery/Deli Clerk Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Reynoldsburg, OH (20 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reynoldsburg, OH (20 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 2 days 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,...

Cook

  • Groveport, OH (18 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Groveport, OH (18 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Cook Overview Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity No Late Nights! Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Cooks have the option to explore...

Dietary Cook

  • Circleville, OH (18 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Circleville, OH (18 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 4 days ago

.- Monitor temperature of hot and cold foods through food preparation and service to ensure that established temperature goals are met prior to steam table transfer and maintained throughout meal service...

Crew Member

  • Obetz, OH (23 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Obetz, OH (23 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Flexible scheduling with a side of always feeling valued. McDonald's offers a job combo that will fit YOU. PERKS & BENEFITS: Competitive pay from $14.50 - $18.45 / hour plus cash incentives...

Cook

  • Reynoldsburg, OH (20 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 8 days ago
  • Reynoldsburg, OH (20 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 8 days ago

Job Code: 100211 Qualifications License or Certification:- Food handlers permit (if required by state or county regulations)Education, Training and Years of Experience:- Training in food preparation...

Dishwasher/Utility

  • Reynoldsburg, OH (20 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 8 days ago
  • Reynoldsburg, OH (20 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 8 days 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...

Baker

  • Reynoldsburg, OH (20 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Reynoldsburg, OH (20 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 10 days ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Baker ensures that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests and contributes to superior service by meeting production demands. Following...

Cook I, PT

  • Pickerington, OH (16 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Pickerington, OH (16 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 10 days ago

Food. Service. Film. Fun! Marcus Theatres: Where Talented People Find Limitless Opportunities! Join the Marcus Theatres Culinary Team and learn how we have redefined food at the movies! As a cook...

Cook - Part Time

  • Whitehall, OH (24 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 12 days ago
  • Whitehall, OH (24 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 12 days ago

Starting hiring pay at: $15 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising...

Dishwasher

  • Whitehall, OH (24 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Whitehall, OH (24 miles from Lancaster, OH)
  • 13 days ago

This role is essential in keeping our kitchen running smoothly by maintaining cleanliness, assisting kitchen staff, and ensuring a great dining experience for our guests. []Responsibilities: ?...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Lancaster, OH
  • 15 days ago
  • Lancaster, OH
  • 15 days ago

Req ID: 453374 Address: 3799 Lancaster-Circleville Rd. SW Lancaster, OH, 43130 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program * Paid Time Off * Flexible...

Cook

  • Lancaster, OH
  • 21 days ago
  • Lancaster, OH
  • 21 days ago

preparation and serving areas, tools, and equipment to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices Substituting for or assisting other cooks and kitchen positions during peak business...

Cook - Part Time

  • Lancaster, OH
  • 21 days ago
  • Lancaster, OH
  • 21 days ago

Location: Lancaster, US-OH Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Cook - Part Time Part-Time Cook - Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation Location: Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation in Lancaster, OH Join Our...

Demographic Data for Lancaster, OH

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lancaster, OH

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 Lancaster, OH 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 Lancaster, OH
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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