Kitchen staff job description
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Example kitchen staff requirements on a job description
Kitchen staff requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in kitchen staff job postings.
Sample kitchen staff requirements
- Prior experience in a commercial kitchen
- Knowledge of food safety regulations
- Ability to read and follow recipes accurately
- Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects
- Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays
Sample required kitchen staff soft skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure
- Attention to detail in food presentation and plating
- Creativity and willingness to try new ingredients and dishes
- Positive attitude and willingness to take direction from superiors
Kitchen staff job description example 1
Red Lobster kitchen staff job description
We are looking for an experienced cook to fill a vacant spot in our kitchen staff and contribute to the overall excellence of our restaurant.
The person we are hoping to employ is first and foremost a skilled, organized, and creative cook. We are looking for someone to work as a team player, follow instructions, and help us delight our customers with delicious food from our menu. In addition to cooking prowess, great communication and organizational skills are paramount.
A good candidate for this job is a person with attention to detail who can keep the kitchen tidy and clean all while preparing, cooking, and arranging food together with the rest of our kitchen staff. We pride ourselves in our exceptional service, and we expect nothing less from our cooks. The advantage goes to candidates with a diploma from a culinary school.
Responsibilities:
Maintaining a sanitized and well-organized kitchen. Preparing workstations for cooking. Preparing and maintaining kitchen equipment. Checking the quality of the ingredients. Preparing cooking ingredients using various techniques. Cooking food using various culinary techniques. Arranging food and ensuring appealing presentation. Manage food storage, stock, and ingredient orders.
Job Requirements:
Must have prior experience as a cook. Must be skilled in operating kitchen equipment. Must be skilled in various cooking techniques. Must know and follow sanitation procedures. Must showcase teamwork and communication skills. Must showcase great organizational skills. Must be able to multitask and act quickly.
Company Introduction
Named to the Forbes America's Best Large Employers of 2022 List
COME WORK FOR RED LOBSTER
Everything we do is a celebration of seafood – from
how we source our fish and shellfish to serving
up new ways for you to enjoy it. Since 1968,
we’ve been committed to bringing you a
seafood experience you won’t find anywhere else. That's how we Sea Food Differently.
The person we are hoping to employ is first and foremost a skilled, organized, and creative cook. We are looking for someone to work as a team player, follow instructions, and help us delight our customers with delicious food from our menu. In addition to cooking prowess, great communication and organizational skills are paramount.
A good candidate for this job is a person with attention to detail who can keep the kitchen tidy and clean all while preparing, cooking, and arranging food together with the rest of our kitchen staff. We pride ourselves in our exceptional service, and we expect nothing less from our cooks. The advantage goes to candidates with a diploma from a culinary school.
Responsibilities:
Maintaining a sanitized and well-organized kitchen. Preparing workstations for cooking. Preparing and maintaining kitchen equipment. Checking the quality of the ingredients. Preparing cooking ingredients using various techniques. Cooking food using various culinary techniques. Arranging food and ensuring appealing presentation. Manage food storage, stock, and ingredient orders.
Job Requirements:
Must have prior experience as a cook. Must be skilled in operating kitchen equipment. Must be skilled in various cooking techniques. Must know and follow sanitation procedures. Must showcase teamwork and communication skills. Must showcase great organizational skills. Must be able to multitask and act quickly.
Company Introduction
Named to the Forbes America's Best Large Employers of 2022 List
COME WORK FOR RED LOBSTER
Everything we do is a celebration of seafood – from
how we source our fish and shellfish to serving
up new ways for you to enjoy it. Since 1968,
we’ve been committed to bringing you a
seafood experience you won’t find anywhere else. That's how we Sea Food Differently.
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Kitchen staff job description example 2
Newk's Eatery kitchen staff job description
Are you searching for a great TEAM environment with flexible hours, no early mornings, no late nights, and offers quality compensation? Newk’s Eatery Arboretum Market is the place for you! We are currently interviewing for ALL POSTIONS!
We are a first-class, fast casual restaurant with high standards and are looking to fill all Back of House positions. Positions include Salad Line, Sandwich Line, Pizza Line and Expo!
Hourly Partners are responsible for ensuring all NEWK’s guests are presented with superior products that are prepared according to NEWK’s high standards. This position also assists the restaurant team in achieving planned sales by performing all responsibilities and tasks of their position according to NEWK’s standards, policies and procedures for operational excellence. The Hourly Partner also helps to protect the brand by maintaining a sanitary, safe, respectful, efficient and a high-quality work environment while effectively managing operational/product costs. This career opportunity is with a franchise restaurant. This career opportunity is with an independently owned franchise restaurant.
NEWK’s Beliefs and Philosophy
Hourly Partners should treat all p e ople with courtesy and with a respectful attitude. They are reliable, and empowered to make good decisions when it comes operating their station. They are team players that enjoy the idea of service and presenting quality products to our guests while ensuring profitability and operational excellence are maintained. The Hourly Partner values training and follows the procedures and guidelines as outlined in the NEWK’s training systems.
Physical Requirements
Extensive standing without breaks.
Exposure to heat, smoke and cold.
Reaching heights of approximately six feet and depths of approximately three ft.
Must have high level of mobility/flexibility in space provided for periods of up to eight hours or longer as needed.
Effective communication with peers, managers and guests.
Lifting up to 50 pounds.
Preferred Experience but not limited to.
We are a first-class, fast casual restaurant with high standards and are looking to fill all Back of House positions. Positions include Salad Line, Sandwich Line, Pizza Line and Expo!
Hourly Partners are responsible for ensuring all NEWK’s guests are presented with superior products that are prepared according to NEWK’s high standards. This position also assists the restaurant team in achieving planned sales by performing all responsibilities and tasks of their position according to NEWK’s standards, policies and procedures for operational excellence. The Hourly Partner also helps to protect the brand by maintaining a sanitary, safe, respectful, efficient and a high-quality work environment while effectively managing operational/product costs. This career opportunity is with a franchise restaurant. This career opportunity is with an independently owned franchise restaurant.
NEWK’s Beliefs and Philosophy
Hourly Partners should treat all p e ople with courtesy and with a respectful attitude. They are reliable, and empowered to make good decisions when it comes operating their station. They are team players that enjoy the idea of service and presenting quality products to our guests while ensuring profitability and operational excellence are maintained. The Hourly Partner values training and follows the procedures and guidelines as outlined in the NEWK’s training systems.
Physical Requirements
Extensive standing without breaks.
Exposure to heat, smoke and cold.
Reaching heights of approximately six feet and depths of approximately three ft.
Must have high level of mobility/flexibility in space provided for periods of up to eight hours or longer as needed.
Effective communication with peers, managers and guests.
Lifting up to 50 pounds.
Preferred Experience but not limited to.
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Kitchen staff job description example 3
McDonald's kitchen staff job description
McDonald's is now hiring full and part-time Kitchen Staff!
We're offering a 90 Day Signing bonus of $225! Terms and Conditions apply. Must go through normal application process to qualify.
McDonald's kitchen staff are essential to our customers getting the delicious food they know and love. If you're a team player who will work hard and is looking to invest in an awesome, local, and employee-centric company, then
apply today!
Benefits of working for McDonald's include:
Competitive wages -- our starting wage is higher than minimum wage, and based on experience Free food Help with college tuition, and GED and ESL classes Free uniforms Flexible Scheduling Opportunities for professional growth and development Awesome, team-oriented environment
REQUIREMENTS
Must be 16 or older Friendly personality Enjoys working in a team environment Dependable
ABOUT THE COMPANY
We are a family owned business that values our employees. We offer lots of benefits, including flexible schedule, free food and uniforms, fun and exciting place to work, and help with college tuition, GED and ESL. We care about our employees, and want them to grow and succeed.We also have a 90 day bonus program( special terms apply). Apply to join our team today!
At McDonald’s, we’re proud of the way we’re creating an experience to remember! We are reaching customers wherever they are and innovating new tastes and choices, while staying true to customer favorites. We offer modern service, personal engagement, great-tasting burgers and fries, while building on our commitments to our people, our communities and our world. This is your way to buy that first car. It could be a way to support yourself in college. Maybe it might be the way you prepare for a professional career. Whatever you’re looking for, McDonald’s can help you make your own way, with challenging careers, quality benefits and the best opportunities around.
We're offering a 90 Day Signing bonus of $225! Terms and Conditions apply. Must go through normal application process to qualify.
McDonald's kitchen staff are essential to our customers getting the delicious food they know and love. If you're a team player who will work hard and is looking to invest in an awesome, local, and employee-centric company, then
apply today!
Benefits of working for McDonald's include:
Competitive wages -- our starting wage is higher than minimum wage, and based on experience Free food Help with college tuition, and GED and ESL classes Free uniforms Flexible Scheduling Opportunities for professional growth and development Awesome, team-oriented environment
REQUIREMENTS
Must be 16 or older Friendly personality Enjoys working in a team environment Dependable
ABOUT THE COMPANY
We are a family owned business that values our employees. We offer lots of benefits, including flexible schedule, free food and uniforms, fun and exciting place to work, and help with college tuition, GED and ESL. We care about our employees, and want them to grow and succeed.We also have a 90 day bonus program( special terms apply). Apply to join our team today!
At McDonald’s, we’re proud of the way we’re creating an experience to remember! We are reaching customers wherever they are and innovating new tastes and choices, while staying true to customer favorites. We offer modern service, personal engagement, great-tasting burgers and fries, while building on our commitments to our people, our communities and our world. This is your way to buy that first car. It could be a way to support yourself in college. Maybe it might be the way you prepare for a professional career. Whatever you’re looking for, McDonald’s can help you make your own way, with challenging careers, quality benefits and the best opportunities around.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024