Kitchen Staff Jobs in East Providence, 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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Meat Clerk Full Time

  • Johnston, RI (8 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Johnston, RI (8 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 45+ 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...

Deli Clerk Part Time

  • Taunton, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Taunton, MA (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 45+ 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...

Line Cook

  • Foxborough, MA (18 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Foxborough, MA (18 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 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 :...

Food Service Cook

  • Walpole, MA (24 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Walpole, MA (24 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 6 hours ago

Walpole Public Schools is seeking a Food Service Cook at Walpole High School for 6 hours per day, Monday through Friday, starting immediately for the 2025-2026 school year. Interested candidates,...

Baker

  • North Attleboro, MA (10 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 7 hours ago
  • North Attleboro, MA (10 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 7 hours ago

A Day in the Life: As a Baker, no one day is ever the same. To truly be successful in the position, you will be passionate about baking breads, cookies, and pastries, as well as producing fancy...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • North Smithfield, RI (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 hours ago
  • North Smithfield, RI (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time COOK position. Location : North Smithfield School Dept - 412 Greenville Road, North Smithfield, RI 02919. Note: online applications accepted...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Part Time)

  • Portsmouth, RI (16 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Portsmouth, RI (16 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER positions. Location : Portsmouth Public Schools - 29 Middle Road, Portsmouth, RI 02871. Note: online applications accepted only....

Cashier/Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • Middletown, RI (20 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Middletown, RI (20 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 hours ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Helps prepare foods such as meats, vegetables, baked goods and desserts. Also helps prepare catering orders. Performs cashier duties using the POS system....

Helper Cook (Part Time)

  • Tiverton, RI (17 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Tiverton, RI (17 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time HELPER COOK position. Location : Tiverton Public Schools - 100 North Brayton Road, Tiverton, RI 02878. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

Chef DE Partie @ Castle Hill Inn - Aurelia

  • Newport, RI (22 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Newport, RI (22 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 8 hours ago

Aurelia, the fine dining restaurant at Castle Hill Inn, is seeking a Chef de Partie with a serious commitment to culinary excellence. This is an ideal opportunity for culinarians who are...

Line Cook - Bellingham Chilis

  • Bellingham, MA (19 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Bellingham, MA (19 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 13 hours 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...

Food Service Team Member

  • Middleborough, MA (23 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Middleborough, MA (23 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 15 hours 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...

Food Service Worker - RI League of Charter Schools

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

School Food Service Worker - Fuel the Future! Monday-Friday (No Nights or Weekends!) Do you love working with kids and want a job that fits your schedule? Join our school nutrition team as a Food...

Meat Clerk Part Time

  • Seekonk, MA (3 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seekonk, MA (3 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day 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...

Line Cook - Bellingham Chili's

  • Bellingham, MA (19 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellingham, MA (19 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day 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...

Demographic Data for East Providence, RI

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in East Providence, RI

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 East Providence, RI offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.2%
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
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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