Kitchen Staff Jobs in Uncasville, 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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Pantry Cook

  • Mashantucket, CT (7 miles from Uncasville, CT)
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  • Mashantucket, CT (7 miles from Uncasville, CT)
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At California Pizza Kitchen, R.O.C.K.S is our philosophy for a culture that rocks! For over 35 years weve built a culture of Respect, amazing Opportunities, open Communication, acts of Kindness,...

Dishwasher

  • Mashantucket, CT (7 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • moments ago
  • Mashantucket, CT (7 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • moments ago

At California Pizza Kitchen, R.O.C.K.S is our philosophy for a culture that rocks! For over 35 years weve built a culture of Respect, amazing Opportunities, open Communication, acts of Kindness,...

Kitchen Staff

  • Mystic, CT (10 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Mystic, CT (10 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 9 hours ago

All MASONICARE Jobs Kitchen Staff - Full Time MASONICARE - Mystic, CT Posted on 03/18/25 (Ref: CTYJqpc7iA) -Kitchen Staff / Food Service Worker Masonicare at Mystic Senior Living Community - Mystic,...

Dishwasher

  • Mashantucket, CT (7 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mashantucket, CT (7 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 11 hours ago

preparation environment Proven teamwork Projects professional image that inspires trust and confidence Enthusiastic and positive energy Physical Requirements Able to lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs....

Assistant Cook (Office/On-site) - #250429-2220TC-001

  • Windham, CT (16 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Windham, CT (16 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 17 hours ago

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Knowledge of simple food preparation; liquid and dry weights and measures; Skills interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Ability to follow instructions...

Mashantucket, CT - Overnight Kitchen Cleaner

  • Mashantucket, CT (7 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Mashantucket, CT (7 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 23 hours ago

TSC Team Member Full-Time and Part-Time The Service Companies is hiring, and we want you to join our Team! We are looking for professional team members who are responsible for cleaning hotels,...

KFC Cook

  • Westerly, RI (18 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westerly, RI (18 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 1 day 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/Cashier (Full Time)

  • New London, CT (8 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • New London, CT (8 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER position. Location : Electric Boat - 50 Pequot Avenue, New London, CT 06320. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Part Time)

  • Old Lyme, CT (13 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Old Lyme, CT (13 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER position. Location : Old Lyme Public Schools - 4 Davis Road West, Old Lyme, CT 06371. Note: online applications accepted only....

Cook - Behavioral Health

  • Brooklyn, CT (24 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, CT (24 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite...

Hiring Event - Deli Clerk

  • Waterford, CT (7 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Waterford, CT (7 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Sous Chef- Draft Kings $2,500.00 sign-on bonus

  • Ledyard, CT (6 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ledyard, CT (6 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Under the direction of the Restaurant Chef, the Sous Chef prepares and cooks food, cleans, stocks and maintains all kitchen, preparation, service, dining and storage areas. Assists with venue...

Cook - Food and Nutrition

  • Mansfield Center, CT (22 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mansfield Center, CT (22 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite...

Dishwasher - Seasonal

  • Waterford, CT (7 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waterford, CT (7 miles from Uncasville, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Assist with Food Prep and Service: Support cooks and kitchen staff with basic food preparation tasks such as peeling vegetables, organizing ingredients, or portioning supplies as directed....

Cook - Kitchen Admin

  • Uncasville, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Uncasville, CT
  • 5 days ago

preparation and handling Ability to read recipes and follow written directions Physical Demands and Work Environment: Must be able to stand for long periods of time with frequent lifting and bending...

Demographic Data for Uncasville, CT

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Uncasville, 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 Uncasville, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.9%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
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 Uncasville, 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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