Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lancaster, PA

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

  • Campbelltown, PA (19 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Campbelltown, PA (19 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Daycare Cook/Dietary Aide Teacher Whisperer Wanted! Discovery Junction in Campbelltown, PA are on the hunt for an energetic, nurturing educator to join their team in the Kitchen! Discovery...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Hummelstown, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hummelstown, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 10 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...

Cook

  • Shillington, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Shillington, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

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

General Cook

  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 hour ago

Join the team at the Hersheypark Entertainment Complex, an award-winning property featuring Hersheypark amusement park, GIANT Center arena, Hersheypark Stadium, ZooAmerica North American Wildlife...

Sous Chef (Full Time)

  • Lancaster, PA (5 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lancaster, PA (5 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 hours ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for a full time SOUS CHEF position. Location : Homestead Village - 1800 Village Circle, Lancaster, PA 17603. Schedule : Full time schedule. Monday through Friday,...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Lancaster, PA (5 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lancaster, PA (5 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 hours ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Homestead Village - 1800 Village Circle, Lancaster, PA 17603. Schedule : Part time schedule. 3:30 pm to 7:00...

Full Time Prepared Foods Dishwasher

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 4 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Performs all duties related to dishwashing and maintaining general cleanliness of the kitchen area....

Full Time Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 4 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

Food Service Worker

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 11 hours ago

Assist the cook in food preparation. Consistently engages and interacts with our patients and their families by using the treatment principles of Trauma Responsive Care....

PR 1455201/Dishwasher

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago

As a Dishwasher, you will clean kitchens, dishes, food preparation equipment, and utensils in addition to always maintaining order. Apply today and you could start as soon as this week....

PR 1455199/Dishwasher

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago

As a Dishwasher, you will clean kitchens, dishes, food preparation equipment, and utensils in addition to always maintaining order. Apply today and you could start as soon as this week....

Restaurant Squad Crew Member

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 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...

Line Cook

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago

Line Cook - Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant Voted TOP WORKPLACE, 12 years running! Recognized for our contributions to charity! What our Line Cooks bring to the table... At least one year of...

Server Assistant

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago

Our Server Assistants lend more than a helping hand - they keep so many parts of the operation moving by zoning in on where they're needed. From running food, to resetting tables, to sanitizing...

Server Assistant - Stacks

  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Join the team at Hershey Lodge, an award-winning resort best known for being warm, welcoming, and distinctly Hershey. Offering 665 guest rooms and 100,000 square feet of function space, Hershey...

Demographic Data for Lancaster, PA

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Lancaster, PA

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, PA 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 Lancaster, PA
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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