Kitchen Staff Jobs in Westbrook, 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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Weekend Cook

  • South Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 29 days ago
  • South Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 29 days ago

Resort Lifestyle Communities is accepting applications for a part-time Cook provide resort-style food and service while developing strong, positive, and lasting relationships with our residents...

Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide

  • Falmouth, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 12 days ago
  • Falmouth, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 12 days ago

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

Cook

  • Kennebunk, ME (23 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kennebunk, ME (23 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 60+ days ago

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions....

Meat Clerk

  • Brunswick, ME (23 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Brunswick, ME (23 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 hour ago

A Day in the Life: Are you passionate about meat and love helping customers? We're looking for a Meat Department Clerk to join our team! Your day will be filled with packaging the finest cuts, all...

Hiring Garde Manger Cook for Chez Rosa!

  • Kennebunk, ME (23 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Kennebunk, ME (23 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 6 hours ago

About us: We're growing! Chez Rosa is moving to Kennebunk to the former Old Vines Wine Bar location. Come and be a part of our team as we grow into our larger space! Chez Rosa is a small business...

Hiring Grill Cook for Chez Rosa!

  • Kennebunk, ME (23 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Kennebunk, ME (23 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 6 hours ago

About us: We're growing! Chez Rosa is moving to Kennebunk to the former Old Vines Wine Bar location. Come and be a part of our growth as we move into a larger space! Chez Rosa is a small business...

Assistant Cook - Part Time

  • Windham, ME (7 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Windham, ME (7 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago

This is a 5 hour per day, not benefits eligible position. Qualifications:Demonstrate an attitude of flexibility in work assignments.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:1. Assist in...

Cook - Flexible Schedule

  • Gorham, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gorham, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Cook II Location: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE - GORHAM - 10387001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours, and some weekends/holidays. More details will be provided during the interview...

Cook I

  • Gorham, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gorham, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE - GORHAM - 10387001 Location ID: 10387001 Cook I Location: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE - GORHAM - 10387001 Workdays/shifts : VARIED WORKDAYS - Specific...

Cook II

  • Gorham, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gorham, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE - GORHAM - 10387001 Location ID: 10387001 Cook II Location: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE - GORHAM - 10387001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts,...

Grill Cook

  • Gorham, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gorham, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE - GORHAM - 10387001 Location ID: 10387001 Grill Cook Location: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE - GORHAM - 10387001 Workdays/shifts : VARIED WORKDAYS -...

Part time bakery crew member

  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Forage Market is looking to add a part time baker to our team. The shifts needed are Sunday and Wednesday with the possibility of one more shift. For thirteen years Forage has been making...

Forage in Portland is looking for a part-time cafe crew member

  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Forage is a busy bakery and cafe which first opened its doors in Lewiston and most recently expanded with a second location on inner Washington Ave in Portland. We are looking to add one part time...

Sous Chef

  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Unidine Position Title: Sous Chef - Portland ME Salary: $55000 - $65000 Other Forms of Compensation: Merit increases Think Fresh! Lead with Excellence! An industry leading hospitality food service...

Demographic Data for Westbrook, ME

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Westbrook, ME

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Westbrook, ME offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.5%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
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 Westbrook, 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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