Kitchen Staff Jobs in Rhode Island

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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KFC Cook

  • Westerly, RI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 7 hours ago

We offer early wage access through Tapcheck so you can cash out on your wages before payday!** At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals...

Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Part Time

  • Cranston, RI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 10 hours ago

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

Kitchen Manager

  • Newport, RI
  • 14 hours ago
  • Newport, RI
  • 14 hours ago

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

Dishwasher/Steward (Part Time)

  • Providence, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 1 day ago

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

Breakfast /Lunch Dishwasher/prep cook DAYS ,YEAR ROUND

  • Newport, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport, RI
  • 2 days ago

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

Hiring Event - Deli Clerk

  • Warwick, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 3 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...

Nursing Home Cook

  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago

We are hiring a full-time Cook to join our dynamic care team at Summit Commons Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Providence! 11:30a-7:30p 3 days per week, 6a-2p 2 days per week. Weekly pay!...

Restaurant Crewmember - Late Night Shift (part-time)

  • Johnston, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Johnston, RI
  • 3 days ago

Starting hiring pay: $16 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant team....

Food Service Worker

  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago

Summary: Perform routine food service tasks and manual work under the immediate supervision in a food production and/or patient services area; operate dish machines meat slicer; deliver and...

Fred and Steves Steakhouse Cook

  • Lincoln, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Lincoln, RI
  • 4 days 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...

Pizza-cook/prep

  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago

Your expertise in food preparation and knowledge of food safety will contribute to creating delicious meals that delight our customers....

Hope & Main: Cafe & Marketplace (Line Cook) (Downtown Providence)

  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago

Collaboration: Work closely with other kitchen staff, including chefs, and kitchen assistants, to coordinate food preparation and ensure smooth kitchen operations....

Chef DE Partie @ Castle Hill Inn - Aurelia

  • Newport, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Newport, RI
  • 4 days ago

Castle Hill Inn is looking for a Chef De Partie to join the team in our fine dining, Aurelia. Residing inside the historic Agassiz Mansion at Castle Hill Inn, The Forbes and Relais & Chateaux...

Dishwasher PD

  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago

Summary: Under the direct supervision of the shift supervisor performs specific ware-washing duties as assigned for the sanitation/sanitizing of all china trays cradles domes silverware carts etc....

Demographic Data for Rhode Island

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island
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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