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Cook Asst. On Call

Medina, NY · On-site

$19/hr

Cook Assistant (On-Call) Service Medina, NY Pay: $19.00 per hour Position Available: Cook Assistant (On-Call) Build Your Culinary Skills While Making a Difference Do you enjoy cooking, preparing ...

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Prep Cook

Rochester, NY · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

Responsibilities Assist with the preparation and presentation of meals. * Provide a high level of ... Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking and service.

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How much do assistant cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant cook in Hamlin, NY is $14.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.08 and $15.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an assistant cook?

Assistant Cooks are kitchen staff members who support chefs and head cooks in preparing food, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and organizing ingredients. They perform tasks such as chopping vegetables, measuring ingredients, and assisting with basic cooking techniques. Assistant Cooks also help with cleaning kitchen equipment, stocking supplies, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Their role is essential for the smooth operation of a kitchen, especially in busy restaurants or catering services.

What does an assistant cook do?

Assistant cooks support to the chef or head cook in the kitchen of a restaurant, catering company, or other food service facility. As an assistant cook, your job duties may include helping to plan the menu, testing new dishes, maintaining inventory, and buying or ordering the necessary ingredients for upcoming meal services. You may also perform cleaning duties around the kitchen to ensure that the food preparation area meets health code standards.

How does an assistant cook typically collaborate with the kitchen team during busy service hours?

During peak service times, an Assistant Cook works closely with chefs, line cooks, and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations. This includes prepping ingredients, supporting the assembly of dishes, and maintaining cleanliness at workstations. Effective communication is key, as instructions often come quickly and priorities can shift. Being adaptable and proactive in assisting team members helps maintain efficiency and high food quality standards.

What is the difference between Assistant Cook vs Line Cook?

AspectAssistant CookLine Cook
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic culinary trainingHigh school diploma; culinary school or training often preferred
Work EnvironmentAssists in kitchen, supports chefs, performs prep workPrepares dishes on the line during service, works in fast-paced kitchen
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in restaurants, hotels, cateringFound in restaurants, hotels, institutional kitchens
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for entry-level roles, support tasksCompared for active cooking during service

The main difference between an Assistant Cook and a Line Cook is their role during food preparation. An Assistant Cook typically supports the kitchen team with prep work and basic tasks, while a Line Cook actively prepares dishes during service. Both roles require culinary skills, but Line Cooks usually have more experience and responsibility during meal service.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Cook job openings in Hamlin, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,174 per year, or $14.5 per hour.

Assistant Cook: Rochester Early College - 10mths/ 30hrs

Rochester, NY • On-site

Rochester City School District
Education • 5 - 10K employees

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

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$16.70 - $18.26/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

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This is an entry level cooking position involving responsibility for assisting in the preparation of hot and cold food items to serve students, faculty, patients, and patrons in a school or institutional cafeteria or in hospital rooms. Employees work closely with the Cook in preparing the main entree and operate those pieces of kitchen equipment requiring careful attention to safety practices and precautions. When assigned to an educational facility, the Assistant Cook may work under direct supervision of a Cook in an elementary school, under a Cook Manager in a junior or senior high school, or be in charge in a satellite operation serving pre-cooked food that requires portioning and heating. When assigned to an institutional setting, the Assistant Cook works under direct supervision of a Cook, Supervising Cook, or Dietitian. The Assistant Cook assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Cook during absences. The Assistant Cook may assign tasks to food service employees. Does related work as required.
Responsibilities
(All need not be performed in a given position. Other related activities may be performed although not listed.) Assists the Cook in the preparation of the main entree; Prepares soup from meat stock; Prepares gravies, sauces, and dressings; Prepares sandwiches, salads, and vegetables; Slices meat for cooking and serving; Prepares baked goods in the absence of a full-time baker; Assists in the preparation of foods for special diets, such as low calorie, low sodium, low sugar, or high protein; Operates kitchen equipment requiring attention to safety such a steam kettles and slicers; Records foodstuffs removed from stores; Assists Cook Manager or Supervising Cook in taking food inventory; Gives orders to food service employees regarding daily tasks; Cleans kitchen equipment and food preparation area; Serves food from steam tables to students, faculty and patrons.FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of the proper methods of preparing, cooking and serving food for large scale consumption; good knowledge of the proper care and operation of kitchen utensils, equipment and appliances; working knowledge of the principles of nutrition and a balanced diet; working knowledge of the use and application of cleaning supplies for appliances, equipment, and food preparation and serving areas; ability to follow recipes and simple oral and written directions; ability to prepare, serve, and store food with proper regard to sanitary principles; ability to deal effectively with students, faculty, patients, other diners, and co-workers; ability to keep records; dependability; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Qualifications
EITHER:(A) Successful completion of a recognized certificate program in Food Service Administration specifically dealing in Food Production rather than Management; OR,(B) One (1) year paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience in food preparation on a large scale for a cafeteria, restaurant, hotel, or institution, other than short order or fast food.NOTE: Applicants qualifying under option (A) must submit a copy of a certificate or diploma in support of satisfactory program completion.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Depending on position duties, candidates for employment with Monroe County Government will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test.SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENT IN SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND BOCES:Per Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000, and by Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, to be employed in a position designated by a school district or BOCES as involving direct contact with students, a clearance for employment from the State Education Department is required.

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