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Kitchen Associate Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Cookie's Retail

Cannabis Kitchen Associate

Deland, FL

$11.50 - $14/hr

Purpose The kitchen associate is responsible for all aspects of the kitchen and various processes associated with cannabis product development. The kitchen associate provides the daily care and ...

NetCost Market

Kitchen Associate

Hollywood, FL · On-site

$14/hr

Job Posting TitleKitchen Associate Company Overview: At NetCost Market, we are committed to ... Join our team as a Kitchen Line Cook and contribute to delivering delicious, high-quality meals to ...

SSH Tampa LLC

Kitchen Manager

Tampa, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Recruit, interview, train, and onboard kitchen associates. * Prepare weekly schedules while effectively managing labor costs. * Ensure consistent preparation and presentation of all menu items.

Catayu Group Management

Be Seen First

Regional Kitchen Manager

Lake Worth, FL · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Lead orientation and onboarding for new kitchen leaders and associates. * Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, respect, and continuous learning. * Supervise and coordinate the activities of ...

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KITCHEN MANAGER IN TRAINING

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

Supervise 3 or more Food Kitchen Associates in a Fresh Kitchen or advanced Foodservice concept storePhysical/Environmental:Physical Demands:Activities:Bending, kneeling, reaching and stooping are ...

gate

KITCHEN MANAGER IN TRAINING

Jacksonville, FL

Supervise 3 or more Food Kitchen Associates in a Fresh Kitchen or advanced Foodservice concept storePhysical/Environmental:Physical Demands:Activities:Bending, kneeling, reaching and stooping are ...

FOCUS GROUP SERVICES LLC

Qdoba Kitchen Team Associate

Tampa, FL · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

Join Our Team as a Kitchen Team Associate! Are you passionate about creating memorable dining experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where teamwork and growth are at the heart of ...

Oasis The Kitchen Lounge

Kitchen Manager

Naples, FL · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

... kitchen staff. General Accountabilities * Check the quality of raw or cooked food to ensure that ... Associate's degree in culinary arts * Experience: At least 6 years' experience in culinary ...

Oasis The Kitchen Lounge

Kitchen Manager

Naples, FL · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

... kitchen staff. General Accountabilities * Check the quality of raw or cooked food to ensure that ... Associate's degree in culinary arts * Experience: At least 6 years' experience in culinary ...

HHM Hotels

Kitchen Supervisor

Tampa, FL · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Kitchen Supervisor Supervise set-up and food production areas within the kitchen to maximize ... Interview, select, train, schedule, coach and support associates, ensuring they perform in ...

Opal Sol

Kitchen Supervisor

Clearwater Beach, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Free Associate Parking * Free Meal for every shift worked * 25% Discount in Resort Outlets * Hotel Discounts with OPL * Friends and Family Discount Responsibilities: * Supervise kitchen staff and ...

Opal Sands Resort

Kitchen Supervisor

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Free Associate Parking * Free Meal for every shift worked * 25% Discount in Resort Outlets * Hotel Discounts with OPL * Friends and Family Discount Responsibilities: * Supervise kitchen staff and ...

Menin Hospitality

KITCHEN MANAGER

Miami Beach, FL · On-site

As a Kitchen Manager at Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, you will be responsible for supervising the ... All Associates are required to abide by all Safety rules and ensure they perform each task by ...

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What is a kitchen associate?

Kitchen associates are team members who assist with food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and maintaining the overall organization of a kitchen. They typically work under the supervision of chefs or kitchen managers and help with tasks such as chopping ingredients, washing dishes, stocking supplies, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Kitchen associates play a vital role in keeping the kitchen running efficiently and supporting the culinary team in delivering quality meals.

What is the difference between Kitchen Associate vs Kitchen Helper?

AspectKitchen AssociateKitchen Helper
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certification often preferredMinimal formal credentials; on-the-job training provided
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, restaurants, catering servicesSimilar environments, often assisting kitchen staff
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in restaurants, hotels, catering companiesCommonly used interchangeably with Kitchen Associate in hospitality
Job ResponsibilitiesFood prep, dishwashing, maintaining cleanlinessAssisting with basic food prep, cleaning, stocking supplies

Overall, Kitchen Associates typically have more defined responsibilities and may require basic certifications, while Kitchen Helpers focus on assisting with daily tasks and cleaning. Both roles are essential in maintaining efficient kitchen operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a kitchen associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Kitchen Associate, you need a solid understanding of food safety, basic cooking techniques, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food handling certifications, and inventory management systems is typically required. Strong teamwork, time management, and attention to detail are crucial soft skills that set candidates apart. These competencies ensure efficient kitchen operations, compliance with health standards, and consistently high-quality food preparation.

What are some typical challenges a kitchen associate faces during busy service periods, and how can they be managed?

During peak meal times, Kitchen Associates often face challenges such as high order volumes, tight deadlines, and maintaining quality standards under pressure. To manage these, it's important to stay organized, communicate clearly with team members, and prioritize tasks efficiently. Many kitchens operate with a strong sense of teamwork, so supporting colleagues and asking for help when needed can make a big difference. Developing good time management skills and staying calm under pressure are essential for success in this role.

What are the most commonly searched types of Kitchen jobs in Florida?

The most popular types of Kitchen jobs in Florida are:

What cities in Florida are hiring for Kitchen Associate jobs?

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Cannabis Kitchen Associate

Cookie's Retail - CR Management Co LLC

Deland, FL • On-site

$18/hr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Description
Purpose
The kitchen associate is responsible for all aspects of the kitchen and various processes associated with cannabis product development. The kitchen associate provides the daily care and focused attention necessary to process and package clean, high-quality medicine.
The main responsibilities include all aspects of the daily care of medicine from cooking to packaging; monitoring weights and measurements; presentation; and maintaining the highest levels of cleanliness and sterility inside the kitchen area.
Core Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Assist in prepping, processing, and packaging finished medicine
  • Keep accurate records on all medicine using company system and protocols
  • Record and track accurate weights and measurements of medicine throughout the processing and packaging procedures using company systems and protocols
  • Maintain a clean, safe environment inside the kitchen area
  • Inspect medicine for defects using a variety of magnification tools
  • Calibrate, operate, clean and store packaging equipment
  • Provide consistent oversight of kitchen procedures, ensuring standardized requirements and accuracy
  • Master various techniques for cannabis cooking and infusion
  • Knowledge of cooking and baking techniques
  • Maintain quality control measures to ensure a high-quality product
  • Ensure compliance with State regulations and testing requirements
  • Ensure accurate weighing and inventory
  • Demonstrate basic knowledge of cannabis medical products (oils, tinctures, topicals, concentrates, edibles etc.)
  • Responsible for having the basic knowledge of all daily operations in an edible and cannabis infused kitchen. Assisting in the preparing food items and other culinary activities as directed by the kitchen manager. Performing routine cleaning and maintenance of all kitchen equipment and operating all equipment safely in its intended manner.
  • Packaging: Operating and maintaining kitchen and packaging systems/equipment: monitoring, calibrating, running, and troubleshooting systems; stocking and handling production inputs and supplies; sanitizing and cleaning production areas, kitchen workspaces and tools.

Qualifications:
Required:
  • Passion for and knowledgeable about Cannabis
  • Passion for cannabis Culture
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in horticulture, botany, culinary arts, or related field
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to work and lead cross functional teams
  • Must have excellent problem-solving skills
  • Able to clearly outline objectives, and create, access and evaluate timelines
  • Consistently delivers high-quality outputs with strong attention to detail.
  • Works effectively under tight deadlines, respond to changing priorities and coordinate multiple assignments and meet deadlines

Competencies:
  • Thorough understanding of the Cannabis industry
  • Communication Proficiency
  • Ethical Conduct
  • Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

Work Environment:
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or feet, reach with hands and arms and may be required to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.
Travel:
This position does not require travel.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
TRP is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
TRP is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by law.

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