Kitchen Staff Jobs in Rhode Island

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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Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Middletown, RI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Middletown, RI
  • 60+ days ago

Responsibilities Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing salads. Serve meals to residents according to dietary needs and portion sizes....

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • North Smithfield, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • North Smithfield, RI
  • 1 day ago

In most jobs, everyone doesnt spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, thats just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of...

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for full time PREP COOK positions. Location : CVS Store Support - One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Part Time)

  • Richmond, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, RI
  • 1 day ago

Chartwells K12 + We are hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. + Location: Chariho Regional School District - 455B Switch Road, Wood River Junction, RI 02894....

Crew Member

  • Middletown, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, RI
  • 1 day ago

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD** Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: SALAD & SANDWICH MAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything...

Baker

  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: BAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible to earn...

Kitchen Staff Wanted

  • RI
  • 3 days ago
  • RI
  • 3 days ago

local, family owned pub looking to add kitchen staff to our incredible team!!...

Pastry Chef

  • Newport, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Newport, RI
  • 3 days ago

Property Description Newport Harbor Island Resort presents an exciting opportunity for job applicants looking to join a premier resort destination in Newport, Rhode Island. Our resort offers a...

Line Cook

  • Newport, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport, RI
  • 5 days ago

cooking procedures and methods (grill, sauté and fry) You will have the opportunity to experience using knives and various kitchen equipment You will reach and recreate recipes Be consistent on all food...

Sous Chef

  • Newport, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport, RI
  • 5 days ago

Property About Us At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work...

Sous Chef, Full-Time (Bryant University)

  • Providence, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 5 days ago

, rules and sanitation requirements Use kitchen knives and equipment such as grills, ovens, steamers and warmers in food preparation Manage the kitchen inventory and ensure supplies are fresh and of...

Dishwasher/Maintenence

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 5 days ago

Essential Duties: Provide clean equipment for the kitchen by washing dishes, pots, pans, and trays by hand and by using the dishwashing machine Sweep and mop kitchen floors Wash work tables and cleans...

Kitchen Staff Wanted!

  • Providence, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 5 days ago

Now hiring - immediate opening! Do you love the food industry? Producing delicious food that people rave about? Do you love a fast-paced fun environment working within a TEAM? Are you looking to...

Food Service Worker

  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 6 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 6 days ago

variety of patient and non patient food service duties such as preparing and delivering patient trays, servicing the cafeteria, working on tray line, stocking storage areas, preparing nourishments, dishwashing...

Demographic Data for Rhode Island

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS
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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...
Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Vaccine Trained Staff)
This two-week course will help you gain an understanding of why vaccines can help protect the health of those living or working in prisons and those around them. Whats more, youll develop the...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island offer the following education background
High School or GED
46.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.4%
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 Rhode Island
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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