Kitchen Staff Jobs in Portland, CT

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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Baker II

  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 3 hours ago

Brand: Bruegger's Bagels Breakfast with us, and dinner with your loved ones! At Brueggers, weve been kettle cooking our bagels and serving tradition you can taste for over 35 Years! We guarantee...

Salad and Sandwich Maker

  • Guilford, CT (18 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Guilford, CT (18 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 4 hours ago

At Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the wayyou're in the right spot....

KFC Cook

  • Manchester, CT (11 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Manchester, CT (11 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 5 hours ago

We offer early wage access through Tapcheck so you can cash out on your wages before payday!** At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Farmington, CT (15 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Farmington, CT (15 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 16 hours ago

Eurest We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location: BAC Farmington - 70 Batterson Park, Farmington, CT 06032. Note: online applications accepted only....

Crew Member

  • Wallingford, CT (15 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wallingford, CT (15 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 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...

Lead Food Service Worker - CREC RMSA

  • Avon, CT (19 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Avon, CT (19 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Lead Food Service Worker - CREC RMSA Avon, CT, USA Requisition Number 14112 Location CREC RMSA-66201 Job Description School lead Food Service Worker Fuel the Future!MondayFriday (No Nights or...

Lead Food Service Worker - CREC Academy of Aerospace & Engineering Middle & High

  • Windsor, CT (17 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Windsor, CT (17 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Lead Food Service Worker - CREC Academy of Aerospace & Engineering Middle & High Windsor, CT, USA Requisition Number 14113 Location CREC Academy of Aerospace & En-71501 Job Description School Lead...

Prep Cook (Part Time)

  • Farmington, CT (15 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Farmington, CT (15 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Morrison Healthcare + We are hiring immediately for a part time PREP COOK position. + Location: UConn Health - 263 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT 06032. Note: online applications accepted only....

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Farmington, CT (15 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Farmington, CT (15 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : BAC Farmington - 70 Batterson Park, Farmington, CT 06032. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Part-Time Kitchen Assistant- Childcare Center

  • South Windsor, CT (16 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Windsor, CT (16 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Benefits: Flexible schedule We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Kitchen Assistant to join our team at a busy and welcoming childcare center. This part-time position is ideal for someone...

Dishwasher / Utility

  • Plainville, CT (14 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainville, CT (14 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago

A pplebee's started with the same philosophy wefollow today - focused on serving good food to good people! T.L. Cannon is theowner / operator of 55 Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar restaurants....

Line Cook

  • Plainville, CT (14 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainville, CT (14 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Applebee's started with the same philosophy wefollow today - focused on serving good food to good people! T.L. Cannon is the owner / operator of 55 Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar restaurants....

Line Cook

  • Windsor Locks, CT (22 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Windsor Locks, CT (22 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 days ago

$20.26/ hour + estimated $5.10 / hour in benefits 401K Matching Employee Meal Plan Employee Assistance Program SSP America operates multiple restaurants in the Bradley International Airport. At...

Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Full Time

  • Avon, CT (19 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Avon, CT (19 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Performs all duties related to dishwashing and maintaining general cleanliness of the kitchen area....

Child Care Center Cook

  • Ellington, CT (22 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ellington, CT (22 miles from Portland, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent required 1+ years of food preparation experience preferred ServSafe Food Handler certification preferred Child and Adult Food Care Program (CACFP) experience...

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Portland, CT

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 Portland, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.4%
Bachelor's Degree
15.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.6%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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