Kitchen Staff Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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The Welsh Tea Shoppe LLC

Baker / Pastry Cook

The Welsh Tea Shoppe LLC in Clarks Summit, PA is seeking a talented Part-Time Baker/Pastry Cook to join our team. This is a full-time position at 36 hours per week Tuesday–Saturday. We are looking...

Wesley Enhanced Living

Utility / Dishwasher

Deliver and pick up room service trays. Perfrom other duties as required....

Cook

  • Campbelltown, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Campbelltown, 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...

Overview Come see why Wesley Enhanced Living is Ranked #4 in the Nation as a Best Workplace in our industry! Love Cooking? Love Making People Smile? This Job is for You! Are you a talented and...

Production Cook (Harrah's Philadelphia)

  • Chester, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Chester, PA
  • 3 days ago

Ensures cleanliness of food preparation areas, by cleaning and wiping down workstation and utensils before and after each assignment. Follows safety rules and keeps work area clean & orderly....

Sous Chef (Harrah's Philadelphia)

  • Chester, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Chester, PA
  • 3 days ago

Responsible for overall daily food preparation in assigned area. Responsible for requisitioning food supplies. Schedules employees for the preparation of the menu....

Intermediate Cook (Harrah's Philadelphia)

  • Chester, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Chester, PA
  • 3 days ago

Ensures cleanliness of food preparation areas, by wiping down workstation and utensils before and after each assignment. Follows safety rules and keeps work area clean & orderly....

Steward (Harrah's Philadelphia)

  • Chester, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Chester, PA
  • 3 days ago

Sets up dishwashing machine, i.e., drains closed, tanks filled, temperatures at correct level, detergents at proper level....

Cook (Harrah's Philadelphia)

  • Chester, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Chester, PA
  • 3 days ago

Ensures cleanliness of food preparation areas, by cleaning and wiping down workstation and utensils before and after each assignment. Follows safety rules and keeps work area clean & orderly....

Sautee Cook

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago

We are currently seeking a skilled Sautee Cook to join our team at Dante & Luigi's. If you have a passion for culinary arts and a strong background in Sauteeing, knife skills, and plate...

Wesley Enhanced Living

Cook

Overview Now Hiring: Passionate Cooks! Join Our Dining Team! Love Cooking? Love Making People Smile? This Job is for You! Are you a talented and passionate Cook looking for a fulfilling career in...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Hummelstown, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Hummelstown, PA
  • 9 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...

Pastry Chef

  • Greensburg, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Greensburg, PA
  • 10 days ago

Job Summary Our Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll create beautiful and delicious art...

Lead Cook

  • Media, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Media, PA
  • 12 days ago

Essential Responsibilities: Attends training programs as directed by manager Trains and instructs cooks and kitchen staff Ensures completion of staff assignments Assists in employee evaluations and...

Apprentice Baker

  • Mc Donald, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Mc Donald, PA
  • 13 days ago

Job Summary Our Apprentice Baker is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll assist in creating beautiful and...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

Moving to Pennsylvania? Find some basic demographic data about Pennsylvania below.


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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 Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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