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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Two Ten Oyster Bar & Grill

Line Cook

and food cost Adhering to special diets and dietary restrictions Required Skills: Experience in American cuisine and seafood preparation Ability to make sauces, pastries, and work with a la carte menus...

General Kitchen Worker 19.25D

  • Providence, RI
  • moments ago
  • Providence, RI
  • moments ago

Job Summary: The General Kitchen Worker maintains all kitchen areas in a clean, safe manner. The incumbent cleans floors and kitchen areas daily, cleans larger equipment according to schedule, and...

Sr. Baker

  • Kingston, RI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kingston, RI
  • 1 hour ago

goods, such as bread, rolls, biscuits, pastries and cakes and the manufacture of ice cream; the ability to follow formulas and modify them to meet changing conditions; the ability to operate bakery...

Cook's Helper (Full-Time, Academic Year)

  • Kingston, RI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kingston, RI
  • 1 hour ago

goods to and from ovens; to clean bakery areas and related equipment and utensils; and to do related work as required....

Crew Member

  • Providence, RI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 13 hours ago

Restaurant Crew Member Job Description: Join our dynamic team at Cafua Management Company as a Restaurant Crew Member and play a vital role in creating exceptional guest experiences. We are an...

Food Service Worker (Part Time)

  • West Greenwich, RI
  • 15 hours ago
  • West Greenwich, RI
  • 15 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for part time FOOD SERVICE WORKER positions. Location : Exeter West Greenwich - 940 Nooseneck Hill Road, West Greenwich, RI 02817. Note: online applications accepted...

Restaurant Dishwasher - Immediate Hire

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 18 hours ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 18 hours ago

Responsibilities: Operate dishwashing machines to clean dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans. Ensure proper handling and storage of all kitchenware and equipment....

Line Cook

  • Westerly, RI
  • 23 hours ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 23 hours ago

Ocean House Management Line Cook A Collection Unlike Any Other The Ocean House Collections includes 3 luxury properties. The Ocean House featuring 49 luxury guest rooms, 18 Signature Suites. The...

Cook Full-Time Rhode Island Convention Center

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

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Meat Clerk Part Time

  • Warwick, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • Warwick, 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...

Deli Clerk Part Time

  • Middletown, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, 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...

Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Bristol, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • Bristol, RI
  • 1 day ago

Unidine is hiring immediately for full time and part time COOK positions. Location : Franklin Court - 180 Franklin Street, Bristol, RI 02809. Schedule : Full time and part time schedules. Days and...

Cook's Helper (5 Positions, Part-Time, 18 hrs., Academic Year)

  • Kingston, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Kingston, RI
  • 2 days ago

goods to and from ovens; to clean bakery areas and related equipment and utensils; and to do related work as required....

Dishwasher

  • Warren, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Warren, RI
  • 2 days ago

Part time dishwasher needed for busy downtown Warren Restaurant. Must be at least 18. Job includes washing dishes, removing trash, sweeping & mopping kitchen floors, some basic prep, and other...

Cook

  • East Greenwich, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • East Greenwich, RI
  • 2 days ago

This is a Full-Time position for either AM or PM shift Support the Director, Food Service with planning, directing, controlling, communicating, and coaching in the Food Service Department. Respond...

Demographic Data for Rhode Island

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
This seminar is designed to be an experimental and hands-on approach to applied chemistry (as seen in cooking). Cooking may be the oldest and most widespread application of chemistry and recipes...
Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS
The health and wellbeing of NHS staff is essential to the quality of care provided to patients, service users and communities. The Covid-19 pandemic placed unprecedented pressures on the health...
Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Vaccine Trained Staff)
This two-week course will help you gain an understanding of why vaccines can help protect the health of those living or working in prisons and those around them. Whats more, youll develop the...

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
45.3%
Bachelor's Degree
15.8%
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 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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