Kitchen Staff Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Proprietors Bar & Table

Line Cook

The Proprietors Bar & Table is a seasonal restaurant in Nantucket, MA. We are seeking line cooks for our upcoming season beginning in mid-April 2025. We operate a fast-paced, focused kitchen that...

Utility Worker 1 Tufts University

  • Medford, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Medford, MA
  • 1 hour ago

Overview Shift: Tuesday - Saturday; 7:00 - 3:30pm The Department of Facilities Services is responsible for the efficient and cost effective operations, maintenance and management of all Tufts...

Lifted Line Cook Full Time

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 hour ago

Ensure upkeep, safety and cleanliness in food preparation areas, refrigeration, storage areas, food and beverage service areas, hallways, corridors, and storerooms....

Cook

  • Holyoke, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Holyoke, MA
  • 1 hour ago

Supervises the kitchen staff when needed Assists in cleaning as required Other duties as assigned by supervisor Required Qualifications\: Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in the handling...

Sous Chef

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 hour ago

Supervise and lead the culinary team, ensuring production efficiency, proper culinary techniques, adherence to recipe standards, and high-quality food preparation Assist in hiring, training, and mentoring...

Restaurant Crew Member

  • Burlington, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 1 hour ago

Menu Knowledge & Food Preparation: Learn our menu and ingredients; Prep hot and cold food items for frontline and online orders (OLO) Manual Operation of Kitchen Tools: Safely operate kitchen tools...

Line Cook

  • Boston, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 hours ago

P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): $21.00 - $25.00 / hour Benefits we offer for this position: All team members: Competitive pay Flexible scheduling Paid on the job training...

Closing Crew Member

  • Hopkinton, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Hopkinton, MA
  • 7 hours ago

Northern Management Group is currently hiring CLOSING CREW MEMBERS (18+) to join our growing team. We are a family oriented growing Network of Dunkin locations. We currently operate 27 locations...

Line Cook

  • Wareham, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Wareham, MA
  • 7 hours ago

Line CookLine Cook Range: $16.48-$19.86 Red Robin isnt your typical burger restaurant. Were a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun! Line Cook :...

Part - Time Banquet Line Cook

  • Quincy, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Quincy, MA
  • 7 hours ago

We are expanding our kitchen team! Do you enjoy working at a fast pace and working with a team to create great food? If so, we would love to talk with you about our new cook positions. We offer an...

Full - Time Banquet Line Cook

  • Quincy, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Quincy, MA
  • 7 hours ago

We are expanding our kitchen team! Do you enjoy working at a fast pace and working with a team to create great food? If so, we would love to talk with you about our new cook positions. We offer an...

Cook - Second Tier (40 hrs. per wk./52 wks. per year)

  • Chestnut Hill, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chestnut Hill, MA
  • 7 hours ago

Boston College Introduction Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston with an enrollment of 9,484 full-time undergraduates and 5,250...

Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Full Time

  • Maynard, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Maynard, MA
  • 7 hours ago

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

Team Member - Food Champion

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 10 hours ago

Pay starting $15.50 / hour Work today, get paid today? Yes!! Apply and learn how! Hospitality Restaurant Group (Taco Bell) is looking for Food Champions who love serving customers and want to...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 11 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. Location : Takeda - 35 Lansdowne Street, Cambridge, MA 02139. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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