Kitchen Staff Jobs in South Kingstown, 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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Restaurant Cook 1

  • Mashantucket, CT (22 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Mashantucket, CT (22 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 9 days ago

preparation environment Proven teamwork Projects professional image that inspires trust and confidence Enthusiastic and positive energy Physical Requirements Able to lift up to 30 lbs....

Seasonal East Coast Line Cooks & Dishwashers

  • New Shoreham, RI (16 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Shoreham, RI (16 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 1 day ago

SEASONAL EAST COAST LINE COOKS & DISHWASHERS (BLOCK ISLAND) 218 Ocean Ave compensation: BOE employment type: job title: Cook Need a change of pace? Fresh scenery? Ocean views? Come work the busy...

Line Cook

  • Tiverton, RI (22 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tiverton, RI (22 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 1 day 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...

Sous Chef @ Castle Hill Inn

  • Newport, RI (11 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport, RI (11 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Castle Hill Inn is looking for a Sous Chef to join the team. Nestled on 40 acres overlooking the southwestern corner of Narragansett Bay, Castle Hill Inn a Relais & Chateaux hotel is a coastal...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago

In most jobs, everyone doesnt spontaneously erupt into applause and start raining down high-fives. At Buffalo Wild Wings, thats just a Thursday night. This is the place to start the next phase of...

Dishwasher

  • Newport, RI (11 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newport, RI (11 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Summary: Work in a high-energy kitchen environment, supporting the culinary team in their food preparation and service Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen utensils, dishes, and equipment...

Lead Cook

  • South Kingstown, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • South Kingstown, RI
  • 4 days ago

Lead Cook Overview Brookdale South Bay is Hiring a Lead Cook! Brookdale South Bay is a Wonderful 41 bed Private Pay Skilled Nursing/66 Apartment Assisted Living Home located in South Kingstown,...

EXPERIENCED GRILL / LINE COOK, DISH, & CASHIER - Flexible ongoing opportunities (N. Kingston)

  • Kingston, RI (3 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kingston, RI (3 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Are you seeing a flexible & dynamic food service opportunity!? Priority Locations: North Kingston, RI, Pawtucket, RI, & Cranston, RI COOK / SERVER / DISHWASHER Opportunities Shifts: AM & Afternoon...

Dishwasher - Warwick Chilis

  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 6 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...

Dishwasher - Warwick Chili's

  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 6 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...

Cook 4 - Canopy Lounge - Starting at $20.05/hr + $2,000.00 Sign-On Bonus

  • Ledyard, CT (24 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ledyard, CT (24 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Under the direction of the Sous Chef, the Cook 4 prepares and cooks food, cleans, stocks and maintains all kitchen, preparation, service, dining and storage areas. Assists with venue management,...

Cook (Full-Time, 40 hours, Calendar Year)

  • South Kingstown, RI
  • 7 days ago
  • South Kingstown, RI
  • 7 days ago

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: As required, plans, supervises and reviews the work of cook's helpers or others engaged in food preparation and cooking activities....

Cook (Full-Time, 40 hours, Academic Year)

  • South Kingstown, RI
  • 7 days ago
  • South Kingstown, RI
  • 7 days ago

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: As required, plans, supervises and reviews the work of cook's helpers or others engaged in food preparation and cooking activities....

Dishwasher

  • Mashantucket, CT (22 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mashantucket, CT (22 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 7 days ago

preparation environment Proven teamwork Projects professional image that inspires trust and confidence Enthusiastic and positive energy Physical Requirements Able to lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs....

Food Outlet Cook

  • Mashantucket, CT (22 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mashantucket, CT (22 miles from South Kingstown, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Ensure the daily operation of the back of house adheres to operating procedure guidelines Perform food preparation tasks for all fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry...

Demographic Data for South Kingstown, RI

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in South Kingstown, 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 South Kingstown, RI offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.6%
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 South Kingstown, 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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