Kitchen Staff Jobs in Westerly, 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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Deke's Bagels

Bagel Baker

  • Deke's Bagels
  • Niantic, CT (21 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Deke's Bagels
  • Niantic, CT (21 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 14 days ago

We’re looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Bagel Baker to join our night production team. This role is responsible for preparing, boiling, baking, and finishing bagels daily while maintaining...

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Dishwasher

  • Lancer-Hospitality
  • Mystic, CT (8 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mystic, CT (8 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 14 days ago

Dishwasher Job Reference Number: 38473 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Dining & Events Brand: Lancer-Hospitality Location: Mystic, Connecticut (US-CT) The Role at a glance: We are...

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Food Service Associate - Seasonal Flex

  • Global Partners
  • Wakefield, RI (14 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Wakefield, RI (14 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 1 hour ago

Global Partner's is looking for a Food Service Associate/ Deli Clerk. Our Fresh Food Associate is responsible for the store's deli and food service daily operations, ensuring a high level of...

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Food Service Associate - Seasonal Flex

  • Global Partners LP
  • Kingston, RI (16 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kingston, RI (16 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary: Global Partner's is looking for a Food Service Associate/ Deli Clerk. Our Fresh Food Associate is responsible for the store's deli and food service daily operations, ensuring a high...

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Crew Member - Jersey Mike's

  • Mohegan Sun
  • Uncasville, CT (18 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Uncasville, CT (18 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 2 days ago

competencies while in this position: Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation and process payment transactions Ability to use knives, slicing equipment and other food...

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Opening & Morning Crew Member

  • McDonalds
  • Waterford, CT (18 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waterford, CT (18 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Immediate positions available for Opening & Morning Crew Flexible schedule Paid training 50% off employee meals FREE uniforms Direct Deposit Archways to Opportunity - Earn a high school diploma-...

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Food Service Associate

  • Global Partners
  • Waterford, CT (18 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waterford, CT (18 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Global Partners is looking for a Food Service Associate/ Deli Clerk. Our Fresh Food Associate is responsible for the stores deli and food service daily operations, ensuring a high level of...

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Dishwasher - Electric Boat Quonset

  • UnitedStates
  • North Kingstown, RI (23 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (23 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Job Responsibilities Ensure guest satisfaction by maintaining all dishes, pots, pans, silverware, glasses, equipment, and kitchen utensils are cleaned and sanitized Maintains dishwashing station, three...

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Cook 3 - Bake Shop $2,000.00 sign on bonus

  • Foxwoods Resort Casino
  • Ledyard, CT (11 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ledyard, CT (11 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Under the direction of the Sous Chef or Cook 4, the Cook 3 prepares and cooks food, cleans, stocks and maintains all kitchen, preparation, service, dining and storage areas. Assists with venue...

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Food Service Worker - Full time/Days

  • Yale New Haven Health
  • New London, CT (15 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • New London, CT (15 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered,...

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Cook 3 - Bake Shop $2,000.00 sign on bonus

  • Foxwoods
  • Mashantucket, CT (11 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mashantucket, CT (11 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 6 days ago

Under the direction of the Sous Chef or Cook 4, the Cook 3 prepares and cooks food, cleans, stocks and maintains all kitchen, preparation, service, dining and storage areas. Assists with venue...

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Child and Youth Program Food Service Worker Recruitment Bonus - 2K - 1K at 6 months and 1K at 1 year

  • SUBASE New London CT
  • Groton, CT (12 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Groton, CT (12 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 6 days ago

Cleans serving carts, food preparion areas, cupboards, drawers, and dishwashing areas. Sets up and operes a mechanical dishwasher....

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Dishwasher

  • 99 Restaurants
  • Norwich, CT (19 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norwich, CT (19 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Be a part of your Local Hometown Favorite. You bring your great attitude and readiness to learn, and we'll take care of the rest! The Ninety Nine is committed to growing our talent from within...

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Crew Member

  • Five Guys
  • Westerly, RI
  • 10 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 10 days ago

We have a unique work environment where you're trained to work every position in the restaurant. From the register, to the grill, to morning prep and evening close, our crew members become a team...

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92G Food Service Specialist

  • Army National Guard
  • East Lyme, CT (22 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 10 days ago
  • East Lyme, CT (22 miles from Westerly, RI)
  • 10 days ago

It takes energy to keep the Army National Guard marching on, and that's where you take the lead. As a Food Service Specialist for the Guard, it's your duty to provide the sustenance your fellow...

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Demographic Data for Westerly, RI

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Food Safety and Personal Hygiene in a Professional Kitchen
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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Westerly, 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 Westerly, RI offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Some High School
3.7%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

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