Kitchen Staff Jobs in Wells, 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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Sous Chef

  • Ogunquit, ME (4 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 13 days ago
  • Ogunquit, ME (4 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 13 days ago

Sous Chef Join our team at The Crooked Pine, a contemporary American restaurant located in Ogunquit, ME. We are seeking a talented Sous Chef to help lead our culinary team in delivering...

Kitchen Utility/ Dishwasher - Full-Time

  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 27 days ago
  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 27 days ago

Kitchen Utility Position - Full-Time RiverWoods is currently seeking a Full-time dishwasher/ kitchen utility worker to join our culinary team and contribute to our resident-focused community....

Culinary Assistant

  • Portsmouth, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 2 days ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Deli Clerk

  • Portsmouth, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 9 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 9 days ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Meat Clerk Part Time

  • Portsmouth, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 2 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...

Crew Member

  • Lyman, ME (12 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lyman, ME (12 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 6 hours ago

Restaurant Crew Member Job Description: Join our dynamic team at Cafua Management Company as a Restaurant Crew Member and play a vital role in creating exceptional guest experiences. We are an...

Cook

  • Biddeford, ME (14 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Biddeford, ME (14 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 18 hours ago

Maine Medical Center Service/Maintenance Support Req #: 41315 ($5,000.00 Sign on Bonus paid in 3 installments, prorated for Part Time) Current MaineHealth employees not eligible for the sign on...

Grill Cook

  • Newington, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Newington, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 18 hours ago

Who We Are: NEXDINE Hospitality's family of brands provides dining, hospitality, fitness center and facility management services to businesses, independent schools, higher education, senior...

Line Cook - Portsmouth

  • Portsmouth, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview: The Line Cook is a key member of our kitchen staff, responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes according to the restaurants standards....

Line Cook - The Boathouse

  • Kennebunkport, ME (9 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kennebunkport, ME (9 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Kennebunk River, The Boathouse Restaurant is a beloved waterfront destination known for its vibrant atmosphere, fresh coastal cuisine, and exceptional...

Food Service Associate- Lyman ME-2

  • Lyman, ME (12 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lyman, ME (12 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 2 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...

PT Cook - Join Our Team

  • Portsmouth, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for a part time COOK position. Location : Portsmouth Regional Hospital - 3333 Borthwick Avenue, Portland, NH 03801 Schedule : Part time schedule. Days and hours may...

Cook

  • Saco, ME (16 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saco, ME (16 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Seal Rock Healthcare, part of the Atlantic Heights Community, is a fully-licensed Medicaid/Medicare-certified facility offering 105 beds. Our Maintenance Team at Seal Rock supports our entire...

Caterer/Baker

  • York, ME (11 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • York, ME (11 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 2 days ago

At York Hospital, We#re more than a hospital.# We are a team of providers, clinicians and staff members offering expertise within a hospital setting, our community sites, and physician practices...

Dishwasher (Part Time)

  • Portsmouth, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (19 miles from Wells, ME)
  • 3 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...

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Wells, 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 Wells, 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
4.0%
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 Wells, 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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