Kitchen Staff Jobs in Cranston, RI

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

  • East Greenwich, RI (10 miles from Cranston, RI)
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  • East Greenwich, RI (10 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • moments ago

Responsibilities What you will do as a Cook Join the kitchen staff in preparing and cooking food for our residents. Build positive relationships with residents, employees and coworkers....

Line Cook

  • Tiverton, RI (16 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Tiverton, RI (16 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 hours ago

Why Bally's? Bally’s Corporation is one of the world’s leading entertainment companies, with millions of players across digital gaming platforms and traditional casino venues. Recognized for our...

MH Food Service Associate

  • Taunton, MA (16 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Taunton, MA (16 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 hours ago

Summary: Provides Patient Meal Service and cleans all area supporting Meal Service Responsibilities: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Accurately Assemble Distribute and Collect Patient Trays Collects patient...

Line cook /prep cook

  • East Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 9 hours ago
  • East Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 9 hours ago

Join Our Kitchen Team as a Cook! We are a vibrant restaurant in the heart of the city, seeking a talented cook to join our dynamic kitchen crew. If you have a passion for food, wed love to hear...

Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Part Time

  • Cranston, RI
  • 19 hours ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 19 hours ago

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

Kitchen Manager

  • Newport, RI (21 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport, RI (21 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Training and Development: Implement ongoing training programs for kitchen staff to enhance culinary skills and maintain hygiene standards....

Substitutes Needed - Cafeteria Worker

  • Uxbridge, MA (22 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Uxbridge, MA (22 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Uxbridge Public Schools is looking for substitute cafeteria workers. This is a non-union position.

General Cafeteria Worker

  • Uxbridge, MA (22 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Uxbridge, MA (22 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Monday - Friday, 3.75 hours a day - Union Position Prepares food as directed by the Food Service Manager and/or Food Service DirectorUtilizes kitchen equipment for the preparation, serving and...

Substitute Cafeteria Workers

  • Plainville, MA (16 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainville, MA (16 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day ago

The Plainville Public Schools is looking to hire 3 substitute cafeteria workers for the Anna Ware Jackson and Beatrice H Wood Schools. This is not a permanent position. The days and hours will vary.

Line Cook

  • Foxborough, MA (20 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Foxborough, MA (20 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day 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 :...

Dishwasher/Steward (Part Time)

  • Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day ago

He/she is also responsible for assisting the kitchen staff in maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and all storage areas; specifically for cleaning all equipment, utensils, and the physical work...

Cook

  • Warwick, RI (6 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warwick, RI (6 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 1 day ago

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

Line Cook - Bellingham Chili's

  • Bellingham, MA (20 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bellingham, MA (20 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Breakfast /Lunch Dishwasher/prep cook DAYS ,YEAR ROUND

  • Newport, RI (21 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport, RI (21 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Dishwash washer/prep cook, experienced, reliable, can handle a fast pace busy line. Full time DAYS....

Cook - Behavioral Health

  • Moosup, CT (23 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Moosup, CT (23 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 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...

Demographic Data for Cranston, RI

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Cranston, RI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Cranston, RI 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 Cranston, RI
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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