Kitchen Staff Jobs in Springfield, 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...

Lead Steward

  • Chevy Chase, MD (16 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (16 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago

Title Lead Steward About the Organization A BRIEF HISTORY OF CHEVY CHASE CLUB, INC. Chevy Chase Club is a distinctive social institution that, since 1892, has provided members, their families and...

Pool Canteen Cook

  • Chevy Chase, MD (16 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (16 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago

Title Pool Canteen Cook About the Organization A BRIEF HISTORY OF CHEVY CHASE CLUB, INC. Chevy Chase Club is a distinctive social institution that, since 1892, has provided members, their families...

Steward/Dishwasher

  • Chevy Chase, MD (16 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (16 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago

Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and customer satisfaction....

Sous Chef

  • Chevy Chase, MD (16 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (16 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Lead, train, and develop kitchen staff to ensure excellence in food preparation and presentation....

Line Cook

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago

Staff Fish Cookery Pasta Cooking Flexibility in Work Environment Teamwork Read more...

Line Cook

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago

Overview Opportunity: Line Cook Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and established guest service and sustainability standards. Your Growth Path Lead Cook Sous Chef...

Pastry Cook

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 3 hours ago

Preparation and Presentation Commitment to Continuous Learning and Improvement Ability to Handle Stress and Maintain Composure in a Busy Kitchen Creativity in Menu Development and Food Presentation...

Food Service Worker

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 11 hours ago

Requirements: + Excellent customer service skills + Ability to read and interpret instructions and perform basic arithmetic used in food preparation + Minimum of one (1) year experience in the food...

Line Cook - Potomac Mills Chilis

  • Woodbridge, VA (11 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (11 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 11 hours ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Lead Food Service Worker

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 11 hours ago

As a lead foodservice worker, you will have the opportunity to lead daily operation onsite by ensuring quality food preparation and service....

Utility Worker/Prep Cook

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 12 hours ago

** **What you'll be doing:** + **Dishwashing & Cleaning** + Cleaning, maintaining, and sanitizing dishes, utensils, cooking equipment, the dish room, and other equipment. + Assist with daily cleaning...

Cook- PM

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 14 hours ago

The Hotel Step inside a legendary revival at The Watergate Hotel, a luxurious urban resort located along the banks of the Potomac River. Here modern design blends with a storied past to redefine...

Cook (Full Time)

  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 14 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

  • Dale City, VA (11 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Dale City, VA (11 miles from Springfield, VA)
  • 15 hours ago

Are you ready to love your job again? Join The Arbor Company and discover a work family where you are treated with respect. We are recognized by our team members as a Great Place To Work and we...

Demographic Data for Springfield, VA

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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...
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 Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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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