Kitchen Staff Jobs in Gardiner, ME

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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Cook

  • Lisbon Falls, ME (17 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lisbon Falls, ME (17 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 9 days ago

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions....

Food Service Worker - Full Time

  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 22 hours ago

at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Maine, United States Job Description At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our...

Crew Member

  • China, ME (20 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • China, ME (20 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a Crew Member to help us deliverour mission statement turningmoments into memories for our guests, while providing opportunities to ouremployees, and giving back to the...

Crew Member

  • Manchester, ME (9 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Manchester, ME (9 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Crew Members Wanted! J oin Our Squad and Make Memories! Hey there, go-getters and adventure seekers! Ready to dive into a job that's all about turning everyday moments into unforgettable memories?...

Food Service Associate - Gray Birch, 32 hrs/wk

  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Performs a variety of preparation, distribution, and sanitation functions in support of assigned areas. Job Description: The Role: Food Service Associate MaineGeneral Health is looking for a Food...

Dishwasher and Kitchen Assistant- Kents Hil

  • Readfield, ME (15 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Readfield, ME (15 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Prior commercial dishwashing experience preferred, however, we can teach any motivated individual. About SAGE At SAGE, we believe in supporting our Team Members....

Food Service Worker - Full Time

  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 3 days ago

At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day. Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Food...

Food Service Worker - Part Time

  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 3 days ago

At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day. Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Food...

Cook - part time

  • Palermo, ME (23 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palermo, ME (23 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 3 days ago

DESCRIPTION: RSU 12 seeks a Food Service Cook for 3 hours per day. Palermo Consolidated School RESPONSIBILITIES: Preparing food in compliance with all nutrition guidelines. Cleaning up and...

Line Cook

  • Hallowell, ME (6 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hallowell, ME (6 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 4 days ago

Our customer in Hallowell, Maine is looking for an experienced Line Cook to join their busy team. This individual should be able to prepare food for customers safely while communicating with...

Dishwasher - Per Diem

  • Hallowell, ME (6 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hallowell, ME (6 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities: Get hands-on with dishwashing, making sure everything sparkles and shines for the next round of deliciousness....

Sandwich Assembly / Line Cook Up to $18 / hr

  • Topsham, ME (17 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Topsham, ME (17 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 7 days ago

Team members must also clean the dining room, service counter, and kitchen stations. Depending on the shift, crew members may need to carry out opening or closing duties....

Food Service Team Member

  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME (19 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 11 days ago

Nouria Energy Corporation is a multi-generational family-owned wholesale fuel distributor, convenience store operator and car wash operator in New England. Our wholesale and retail fuel businesses...

Food Service Associate - Glenridge, 32 hrs/wk

  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 14 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (13 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 14 days ago

Performs a variety of preparation, distribution, and sanitation functions in support of assigned areas. Job Description: The Role: Food Service Associate MaineGeneral Health is looking for a Food...

Cook (Part-time)

  • Brunswick, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 14 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (22 miles from Gardiner, ME)
  • 14 days ago

Under the general direction of the Head Chef and Assistant Chefs, the Cook position provides support in food preparation and production....

Demographic Data for Gardiner, ME

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Gardiner, ME

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Gardiner, ME offer the following education background
High School or GED
46.3%
Bachelor's Degree
15.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Gardiner, ME
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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