Kitchen Staff Jobs in Tennessee

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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Wilderness at the Smokies

Line Cook

SUMMARY: A Line Cook coordinates with the Kitchen Supervisor and Kitchen Manager by performing food preparation tasks....

Wilderness at the Smokies

Prep Cook

SUMMARY: A Prep Cook coordinates with the Kitchen Supervisor and Kitchen Manager to prepare food by chopping and washing vegetable and meats as well as arranging salads, breads, sauces and...

Cook III

  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago

Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers....

Sous Chef

  • Bartlett, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bartlett, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Resort Lifestyle Communities is accepting applications for a Sous Chef to provide resort-style food and hospitality while developing strong, positive, and lasting relationships with our residents...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Mount Juliet, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mount Juliet, TN
  • 30+ 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...

Crew Member

  • Smyrna, TN
  • moments ago
  • Smyrna, TN
  • moments ago

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the...

Senior Cook

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 4 hours 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...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 4 hours ago

In most jobs, everyone doesnt spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, thats just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of...

Food Service Worker

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 4 hours ago

The WG-3 FSW demonstrates a broad knowledge of Food Service procedures including food preparation, modified diets, dishwashing, dry food and perishable food (refrigerated) storage, handling and food...

Sous Chef - Jason Aldean's/Sun Diner, Gatlinburg

  • Gatlinburg, TN
  • 5 hours ago
  • Gatlinburg, TN
  • 5 hours ago

A Sous Chef is responsible for coordinating, scheduling, hiring, and training all kitchen staff and maintaining a clean kitchen and safe work environment....

Cook II- Memphis Marriott East

  • Memphis, TN
  • 10 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 10 hours ago

What you will be doing Prepare all menu items following recipes and yield guides. Meet with Sous Chef/Station Cook I to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other...

Pastry Cook - The Harpeth Hotel

  • Franklin, TN
  • 10 hours ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 10 hours ago

THE HARPETH HOTEL The Harpeth Franklin Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton, is located in the heart of Historic Franklin, just minutes from Nashville. Situated in the cornerstone of Franklin,...

Dishwasher

  • Maryville, TN
  • 10 hours ago
  • Maryville, TN
  • 10 hours ago

The Kitchen Support role contributes to the overall daily kitchen operations. This role is a vital part of the kitchen team. They will play a key part in stewarding, stocking and organization to...

Cook

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 11 hours ago

Provide excellent quality of product and service to guests. Responsible for the: preparation, storage and par stock of menu items and supplies. PRE REQUISITES The Company associates have access to...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
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...
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 Tennessee

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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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