Kitchen Team Member Jobs

Kitchen Team Member jobs are open across quick-service restaurants, casual dining chains, cafeterias, and food service operations, at every level from entry-level crew to lead and trainer, with specializations in prep, line work, and grill or fryer stations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles74
Top stateTexas
Top employerLv petroleum
Top cityAustin, TX
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Joella's Carmel Team Member- Hiring for Kitchen and Cashier
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Joella's Carmel Team Member- Hiring for Kitchen and Cashier
Schulte Restaurant Group
Carmel, Indiana
Business Operations
Hospitality Management
Project Management
$13 - $15/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Kitchen & Customer Service Team Member
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Kitchen & Customer Service Team Member
Fresh Take Kitchen
Columbus, Indiana
Business Operations
Hospitality Management
Project Management
$12 - $13/hr
On-Site

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Cook / Kitchen Team Member – Restaurant & Banquet
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Cook / Kitchen Team Member – Restaurant & Banquet
White Oak Dairy Queen
Irwin, Pennsylvania
Brand Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$15 - $30/hr
On-Site

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Fruit Expert (Customer Service & Kitchen Team Member) | Edible Arrangements
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Fruit Expert (Customer Service & Kitchen Team Member) | Edible Arrangements
Edible Arrangements
Valrico, Florida
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$15 - $20/hr
On-Site

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Cafe Team Member (Kitchen and Barista Duties)
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Cafe Team Member (Kitchen and Barista Duties)
Raft Cafe
Anchorage, Alaska
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
On-Site

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Kitchen Team Member Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Lv petroleum18
  • Tiff's Treats11
  • Moreaux Restaurant6
  • Chick-fil-A Restaurants5
  • Burger Daddy2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in kitchen team member jobs.

  • Ability to stand and move in a fast-paced kitchen environment for extended shifts
  • Basic food safety knowledge and willingness to obtain a food handler certification
  • Experience preparing food to standardized recipes or portion specifications
  • Familiarity with kitchen equipment such as fryers, grills, ovens, and slicers
  • Ability to work early morning, late night, weekend, and holiday shifts
  • Team communication skills to coordinate orders and station handoffs under pressure

Tips for Your Kitchen Team Member Job Search

Tailor your resume to station skills

List the specific stations you've worked, such as prep, grill, fryer, or cold line, rather than generic food service duties. Hiring managers scan for station experience first, so naming your actual positions on the line gets you noticed faster than a broad summary.

Highlight food safety credentials upfront

If you hold a ServSafe Food Handler certificate or any state-equivalent card, put it near the top of your resume. Many kitchen roles require certification within a set period after hire, so showing you already have it removes a barrier for the employer.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists kitchen team member openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by shift availability

Kitchen roles are posted with specific shift windows, such as early morning prep, lunch rush, or closing. Match your availability to the posted shift in your cover note so the manager knows you can fill the exact gap they need covered without scheduling conflicts.

Prepare for a working interview

Many kitchens assess candidates on the spot by having them complete a brief practical task, such as basic knife work, stocking a station, or following a recipe card. Bring clean, non-slip shoes and be ready to demonstrate rather than just describe your skills.

Ask about cross-training in your follow-up

When following up after an interview or offer, ask which additional stations or roles you could cross-train on. Employers view candidates who seek broader skill development as lower turnover risks, and it positions you for faster advancement to lead or trainer roles.

Kitchen Team Member Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most kitchen team members?

Lv petroleum, Tiff's Treats, and Moreaux Restaurant are hiring the most kitchen team members right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Louisiana, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to increase around summer and the winter holiday season as dining traffic rises.

How many kitchen team member jobs are remote?

About 0% of kitchen team member openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most kitchen work requires an in-person presence. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote component include menu development, culinary training coordination, and virtual cooking class instruction.

How do you become a kitchen team member?

Start by obtaining a food handler card through a state-approved program, since most employers require one before or shortly after your first shift. Build basic knife skills and station familiarity through home practice or a culinary program, then apply to entry-level prep or crew positions. Many kitchens hire with no prior experience and train you on their specific menu and equipment.

Can you get hired as a kitchen team member with little or no experience?

Yes, many quick-service and casual dining kitchens hire entry-level candidates with no prior food service experience and train them from day one. Demonstrating reliability, a willingness to follow instructions precisely, and physical readiness for a fast-paced environment often matters more than a work history. Getting your food handler card before applying shows initiative and removes a common onboarding step for the employer.

What does the kitchen team member interview process look like?

Most kitchen team member interviews are brief and practical, often conducted by a shift supervisor or kitchen manager on-site. You can expect questions about your availability, experience with specific stations or equipment, and how you handle a busy rush. Some employers skip a formal interview and move directly to a short working trial where they observe you following a recipe card or stocking a station.

Where can I find and apply to kitchen team member jobs?

You can find and apply to kitchen team member jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your station experience, shift availability, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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