There was a time when the only jobs that were available on a part time basis were those at gas stations and grocery stores. Now, in the modern age of twenty-four hour businesses and global commerce, there are any number of part time jobs in Kent in a wide variety of industries.

If you are not opposed to shift work, the health care field offers part time jobs in nursing care, as well as working in the kitchens or laundries of large facilities. These kinds of part time jobs are often unionized, and the pay is comparatively high. However, the work can be heavy and emotionally trying, so this is a part time industry you should only take on if you are truly interested in the industry.

Call center positions are often hiring part time workers, and are known for their schedule flexibility and ease of access. If you are returning to work after an absence, are a student looking to gain experience in the work force, or if you require seated work, call centers are a good option for you. If you are uncomfortable with the idea of telephone sales, many of these businesses are incoming-calls only, so you would be taking customer service or technical help calls. This can be stressful work, but is physically less demanding than many other part time jobs and represents a good entry point to the work force.

Temp services are another good option for those looking to build up a good resume and gain access to a particular industry. By working part time on a temporary basis, you can get a feel for your chosen industry and get a better idea of whether it is a good fit for your skills and temperament.

Other part time jobs in Kent are, of course, in grocery store chains, convenience stores, and gas stations. If you are good with people and are looking for job flexibility, this kind of part time job is for you. These employers are often highly flexible with regard to scheduling, so if you need to work your part time job schedule around another job, your school schedule, or your child's school or daycare hours, these highly flexible jobs are a good choice.