Kitchen Staff Jobs in Johnston, 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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Line Cook

  • Barrington, RI (11 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Barrington, RI (11 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 12 hours ago

A successful candidate would be responsible for preparing ingredients to be used in our a la carte dining restaurant, cooking meals on a variety of stations, and working cleanly while maintaining a...

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Line Cook

  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 14 hours ago

P.F. Chang's Pay Range (based on experience): $18.00 - $22.00 / hour Benefits we offer for this position: All team members: Competitive pay Flexible scheduling Paid on the job training...

Full-Time Cook

  • Pascoag, RI (14 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Pascoag, RI (14 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 14 hours ago

The Role at a glance: We are looking to add an experienced Full-Time Cook to work with a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff in our Pascoag, RI location....

Cook

  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 15 hours ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station Attends work and shows for...

Food Service Worker

  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 18 hours ago

The work is performed in kitchen areas where the steam and heat from cooking and dishwashing equipment often cause uncomfortably high temperatures and humidity....

Cook - Immediate Openings

  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 20 hours ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station May support management in...

Crew Member

  • Milford, MA (22 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Milford, MA (22 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 22 hours ago

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

Opening Crew Member

  • Milford, MA (22 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Milford, MA (22 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 22 hours ago

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

Army Cook

  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 22 hours ago

*THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE* As a Culinary Specialist, you'll cook meals and work alongside chefs to prepare meals comparable to any major restaurant, so...

Line Cook - Middletown Chili's

  • Middletown, RI (24 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, RI (24 miles from Johnston, 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...

Crew Member

  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Why Wendy's WHY WENDY'S? As a Crew Member at Wendy's, you're part of the family from Day 1. We get you. We got you. Here's what you can expect as a Crew Member on our team: Perks - FREE MEALS...

Food Service Worker (Full Time)

  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 1 day ago

FISD + We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER position. + Location: La Salle Academy - 612 Academy Avenue, Providence, RI 02908. Note: online applications accepted only. +...

Food Service Utility (Full Time)

  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 1 day ago

FISD + We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE UTILITY position. + Location: La Salle Academy - 612 Academy Avenue, Providence, RI 02908. Note: online applications accepted only. +...

Lead Production Cook

  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Read and follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing various food items May prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and/or operate a grill station May support management in...

Food Service Team Member

  • Milford, MA (22 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Milford, MA (22 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 1 day 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...

Demographic Data for Johnston, RI

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Johnston, RI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Johnston, RI 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 Johnston, 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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