Kitchen Staff Jobs in Collegedale, TN

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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Food Service/Cafeteria Worker {Athens, TN}

  • Cleveland, TN (8 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cleveland, TN (8 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 9 hours ago

Return to Job Listings Food Service/Cafeteria Worker TN, Cleveland Full-Time - 1st Shift & 2nd Shift Openings - Food Service/Cafeteria Worker - Athens, TN At Five Star Food Service, the Food...

Food Service Worker

  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 13 hours ago

Location Name: ERLANGER BARONESS HOSPITAL - 63112030 Location ID: 63112030 Food Service Worker Location: ERLANGER BARONESS HOSPITAL - 63112030 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open...

RRC Cook

  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 1 day ago

RRC Cook 800 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37403, USA Req #35089 Thursday, April 17, 2025 Location: Chattanooga Metropolitan Area Command Chattanooga, Tennessee Position: Regular Full Time Cook,...

Senior Cook

  • Cleveland, TN (8 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (8 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Location Name: LEE UNIVERSITY - 44654001 Location ID: 44654001 Senior Cook Location: LEE UNIVERSITY - 44654001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More...

Cook

  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 3 days ago

. + Collaborate with kitchen team members to coordinate food preparation and order execution. + Maintain a clean and organized kitchen area, including washing dishes and equipment. + Assist in food...

Food Service Worker

  • Dalton, GA (20 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dalton, GA (20 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 3 days ago

This position will also accurately and efficiently prepare and serve a variety of food items in accordance with assigned work instructions and menus as well as utilize a variety of food preparation...

Cook

  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 3 days ago

COOK(FT/PT) You have seasoned kitchen skills, a passion for delicious meals, and a spirit of hospitality. Come put those great traits to work in a place where you truly make a difference in...

Cook - FT - 1st Shift

  • Dalton, GA (20 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dalton, GA (20 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 3 days ago

Licensure : None Experience: Six months experience in hospital, institutional, or restaurant food preparation preferred....

Cook - PRN

  • Dalton, GA (20 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dalton, GA (20 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 3 days ago

Licensure : None Experience: Six months experience in hospital, institutional, or restaurant food preparation preferred....

1st Shift Grill Cook {TN, Chattanooga (Komatsu)}

  • Ringgold, GA (12 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ringgold, GA (12 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Collaborating with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment. Handling customer inquiries and resolving any issues promptly.....

1st Shift Grill Cook {TN, Chattanooga (Komatsu)}

  • Lookout Mountain, TN (17 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lookout Mountain, TN (17 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 4 days ago

. + Collaborating with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment. + Handling customer inquiries and resolving any issues promptly.....

Food Service Associate

  • Chattanooga, TN (12 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (12 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Food Service Associate Who are we: SSA Group works with zoos, aquariums, museums, and other cultural attractions on integrating dining, retail, admissions and more. We increase revenue...

Food Service Associate

  • Ooltewah, TN (4 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ooltewah, TN (4 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Essential Job Functions: Ensure efficient and courteous customer service at all times in support of the company mission to "Run the Best Store in Town!" Maintain a positive attitude; create an...

Food Service Associate

  • Dalton, GA (20 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dalton, GA (20 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 7 days ago

Essential Job Functions: Ensure efficient and courteous customer service at all times in support of the company mission to Run the Best Store in Town! Maintain a positive attitude; create an...

Food Service Associate

  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Collegedale, TN)
  • 8 days ago

Overview CHI Memorial Hospital, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be...

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...
Reading Cookbooks: from The Forme of Cury to The Smitten Kitchen
In this course students will visit the past through cookbooks to learn about what foodstuffs and technologies were available and when, and how religious and nutritional concerns dictated what was...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Collegedale, TN

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 Collegedale, TN 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 Collegedale, TN
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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