Is Ugly Duckling hiring in Portland, Maine?

Yes. Ugly Duckling is always happy to meet kind, reliable people interested in restaurant, bakery, coffee, kitchen, and hospitality jobs in Portland, Maine.

What jobs can I apply for?

We accept applications for barista, server, host, line cook, prep cook, dishwasher, bakery support, and general restaurant team roles.

Do I need restaurant experience?

Experience helps, but attitude matters most. We love people who are reliable, curious, welcoming, clean, and ready to learn.

Do you offer full-time or part-time jobs?

Yes. We consider both full-time and part-time availability, including weekdays, weekends, mornings, and special event shifts.

Email your resume to info@uglyducklingmaine.com with your preferred role, availability, start date, and a short note about yourself.

What is it like to work at Ugly Duckling?

It is fast, friendly, creative, and team-focused. We care about good food, clean stations, strong communication, and making guests feel welcome.

Do you hire for bakery jobs?

Yes. Ugly Duckling is a bakery and luncheonette, so bakery support, prep, pastry, and food production experience are always helpful.

Do you hire baristas?

Yes. Baristas help with coffee, guest service, speed, cleanliness, and creating a warm experience for our Portland community.

Where is Ugly Duckling located?

Ugly Duckling is located at 246 Danforth Street in Portland’s West End.

Can I apply even if no role is listed?

Yes. Send your resume anyway. We keep strong candidates in mind for future openings.

What should I include in my application?

Include your resume, role you want, weekly availability, start date, relevant experience, and any food safety certifications.

Is Ugly Duckling an inclusive workplace?

Yes. Ugly Duckling is a safe, welcoming space for every guest and every teammate.

Portland, Maine Hospitality Jobs

Work Somewhere a Little Weird, Very Welcoming

Ugly Duckling is a bakery and luncheonette in Portland’s West End, built around house-made English muffins, pastries, breakfast, lunch, coffee, cocktails, and joyful service. We’re always excited to meet kind, reliable people who care about good food, clean work, and making guests feel at home.

Send your resume to info@uglyducklingmaine.com and start your Portland, Maine hospitality career with Ugly Duckling.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Ugly Duckling is always happy to meet kind, reliable people interested in restaurant, bakery, coffee, kitchen, and hospitality jobs in Portland, Maine.
We accept applications for barista, server, host, line cook, prep cook, dishwasher, bakery support, and general restaurant team roles.
Experience helps, but attitude matters most. We love people who are reliable, curious, welcoming, clean, and ready to learn.
Yes. We consider both full-time and part-time availability, including weekdays, weekends, mornings, and special event shifts.
Email your resume to info@uglyducklingmaine.com with your preferred role, availability, start date, and a short note about yourself.
It is fast, friendly, creative, and team-focused. We care about good food, clean stations, strong communication, and making guests feel welcome.
Yes. Ugly Duckling is a bakery and luncheonette, so bakery support, prep, pastry, and food production experience are always helpful.
Yes. Baristas help with coffee, guest service, speed, cleanliness, and creating a warm experience for our Portland community.
Ugly Duckling is located at 246 Danforth Street in Portland’s West End.
Yes. Send your resume anyway. We keep strong candidates in mind for future openings.
Include your resume, role you want, weekly availability, start date, relevant experience, and any food safety certifications.
Yes. Ugly Duckling is a safe, welcoming space for every guest and every teammate.