Kitchen Staff Jobs in Plano, TX

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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Steward

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Additional Information Job Number 25065716 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Westin Galleria Dallas, 13340 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75240 VIEW ON MAP...

Cook

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 5 hours ago

Truck Yard Cook/Cashier Truck Yard-Dallas, TX Truck Yard Job Description: Cook/Cashier $15hr plus Tips! Truck Yard is a dive-ish bar garden with a huge backyard, live music and food trucks where...

Pastry Cook III

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago

Additional Information Evening Shift Job Number 24219089 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Ritz-Carlton Dallas Las Colinas, 4150 North MacArthur Boulevard, Irving, Texas,...

Cook II

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours 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....

Pastry Cook II

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago

Additional Information Evening Shift Job Number 24219088 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Ritz-Carlton Dallas Las Colinas, 4150 North MacArthur Boulevard, Irving, Texas,...

Sous Chef Fearings Restaurant

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago

Job Number 24214771 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, 2121 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, Texas, United States VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time Located Remotely?...

Sushi Cook I

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago

Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods....

Cook III

  • Grapevine, TX (21 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Grapevine, TX (21 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours 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....

Overnight Baker

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago

Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods....

Cook IV

  • Grapevine, TX (21 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Grapevine, TX (21 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours 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....

Executive Chef

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago

Areas of responsibility comprise overseeing all food preparation areas (e.g., banquets, room service, restaurants, bar/lounge and employee cafeteria) and all support areas (e.g., dish room and purchasing...

Cook II - Fine Dining Intermediate

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago

Additional Information Fine Dining Fearing's Job Number 24207680 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, 2121 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, Texas, United States VIEW...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • McKinney, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • McKinney, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 hours 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,...

Food Service Worker II Food and Nutrition Services (Full-Time/Days)

  • Rockwall, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Rockwall, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 8 hours ago

Food Service Worker II – Food and Nutrition Services (Full-Time/Days) Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Work location: Texas Health Rockwall, 3150 Horizon Rd.,...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 8 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...

Demographic Data for Plano, TX

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Plano, TX

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 Plano, TX 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 Plano, TX
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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