Kitchen Staff Jobs in Leesburg, VA

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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Great American Restaurants

Sous Chef

Great American Restaurants has an award-winning collection of 15 restaurants and 3 bakeries in Northern Virginia and Maryland offering fantastic cuisine and plenty of fun. We have been named a Top...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 8 hours ago

Flik Hospitality Group We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Location: AstraZeneca - One Medimmune Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule:...

Cook

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 20 hours ago

Overview Our YOU FIRST Philosophy In addition to no night shifts, ever and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about...

Utility Dishwasher

  • Dulles, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Dulles, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Number 24216548 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Washington Dulles Airport Marriott, 45020 Aviation Drive, Dulles, Virginia, United States VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time...

Cook I

  • Dulles, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Dulles, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 21 hours ago

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

Grill Cook

  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Grill Cook At CAVA, we make it deliciously simple to eat well and feel good every day. We are guided by a Mediterranean heritage that's been perfecting how to eat and live for four thousand years....

Baker

  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Introduction Do you enjoy preparing and baking cookies, bread, and muffins using proven ingredients? Does working in a professional kitchen excite you? Do you have a passion for delivering an...

PT Cook- Chef Geoffs- Dulles Airport

  • Dulles, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dulles, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Required Skills: Knowledge of basic food preparation and cooking skills; Must be able to properly identify and use various cooking utensils and equipment....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day 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,...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Gaithersburg, MD (19 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (19 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. Location : AstraZeneca - One Medimmune Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time schedule....

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 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...

Cafeteria Worker (11:45am - 1:45pm) , Carderock Springs ES, (no benefits) 2hrs / 10mos, Ad Closes 04

  • Potomac, MD (19 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Potomac, MD (19 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Montgomery County Workforce Region $29k - $36k Per Year Cafeteria Worker (11:45am - 1:45pm), Carderock Springs ES, (no benefits) 2hrs / 10mos, Ad Closes 04...

Food Service Worker

  • Fairfax, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Location: 11620 Monument Drive Fairfax, VA 22030 Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends). Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older Time Type: Part...

Chef de Cuisine

  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Train and manage kitchen staff while maintaining an exceptional standard of quality and consistency. Buildmagic moments and maintain positive Member & guest experiences....

Cafeteria Worker I 10 mo, 3hrs/10mos, Seneca Valley HS, Ad Closes 04/29/25

  • Germantown, MD (17 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Germantown, MD (17 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Experience with food preparation techniques and safety procedures....

Demographic Data for Leesburg, VA

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Reading Cookbooks: from The Forme of Cury to The Smitten Kitchen
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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Leesburg, VA

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 Leesburg, VA 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 Leesburg, VA
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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