Kitchen Staff Jobs in Hampden, 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 - Per Diem

  • Brewer, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brewer, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 1 day ago

at Woodlands Senior Living LLC in Brewer, Maine, United States Job Description Cook Per Diem Brewer, ME ( Food Service Job Type Part-time Description Do you have an interest or background in...

Cook

  • Brewer, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brewer, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 1 day ago

at Woodlands Senior Living LLC in Brewer, Maine, United States Job Description Cook Brewer, ME ( Food Service Job Type Part-time Description Do you have an interest or background in working in...

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Orono, ME (17 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orono, ME (17 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Cook Location: UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT ORONO - 90390002 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process....

Cook

  • Bangor, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bangor, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook nutritious and flavorful meals following prescribed menus and dietary requirements Ensure high-quality food preparation, presentation, and portion control Maintain...

Crew Member - Night Shifts

  • Belfast, ME (19 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 5 days ago
  • Belfast, ME (19 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 5 days ago

Description: Now offering: Tuition Assistance! Meals and uniforms provided! 401k for eligible employees! Health Insurance for eligible employees! Great starting pay! Unlimited advancement...

11:00am-7:00pm Crew Member Shifts

  • Belfast, ME (19 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 5 days ago
  • Belfast, ME (19 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 5 days ago

Job Benefits: Flexible Schedule Daily Pay App - Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow! Education Assistance Free meals and Uniforms 401K Medical/Dental Growth Opportunities!! Requirements: We believe in...

Crew Member - Early Mornings

  • Belfast, ME (19 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 5 days ago
  • Belfast, ME (19 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 5 days ago

Now offering: Tuition Assistance! Meals and uniforms provided! 401k for eligible employees! Health Insurance for eligible employees! Great starting pay! Unlimited advancement potential! Flexible...

Crew Member - Late Night Shifts

  • Belfast, ME (19 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 5 days ago
  • Belfast, ME (19 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 5 days ago

Now offering: Tuition Assistance! Meals and uniforms provided! 401k for eligible employees! Health Insurance for eligible employees! Great starting pay! Unlimited advancement potential! Flexible...

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Castine, ME (24 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Castine, ME (24 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 6 days ago

Grill Cook Location: MAINE MARITIME ACADEMY - 94274001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours, and some weekends/holidays. More details will be provided during the interview process....

Corporate Cafeteria Cook in Belfast

  • Belfast, ME (19 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Belfast, ME (19 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 7 days ago

Corporate Cafeteria Cook in Belfast Pay: $20 per hour Schedule: Mon-Fri Days - around 30 - 40 hours per week If you enjoy working with fresh ingredients, take pride in your craft, and thrive in a...

Crew Members for Opening, Day, and Closing Shifts!

  • Newport, ME (16 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newport, ME (16 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 8 days ago

Applying is easy, give it a try. We are looking to add people to our incredible team! If you like working in a fast paced environment, we have the job for you. If you are looking for a place that...

Dishwasher (Full Time)

  • Bangor, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bangor, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 10 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Scrapes and rinses food from dirty dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Bangor, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bangor, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 13 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow recipes and wrapping,...

Dishwasher

  • Bangor, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bangor, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 13 days ago

Dishwasher American Cruise Lines is the largest domestic cruise line with a growing fleet of riverboats and cruise ships that travel to the most amazing destinations across the United States....

Food Service Worker (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Bangor, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bangor, ME (10 miles from Hampden, ME)
  • 14 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Northern Light Health - 489 State Street, Bangor, ME 04401 Note: online applications accepted only....

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Hampden, ME

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 Hampden, ME offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.1%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Some High School
3.9%
Some College
3.4%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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