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Albertsons

Asian Cuisine Chef

Hermiston, OR · On-site

$69K - $94K/yr

Associate discounts * Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development. * Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!) * Vacation / Paid Time Off ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate chef in Pendleton, OR is $16.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.65 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate chef?

Associate Chefs are culinary professionals who assist head chefs or executive chefs in preparing meals, managing kitchen staff, and ensuring food quality and safety standards are met. They often handle tasks such as ingredient preparation, cooking, plating dishes, and supervising junior kitchen staff. Associate Chefs play a key role in maintaining efficient kitchen operations and may also help with menu planning and inventory management. This role is ideal for those looking to advance their culinary careers and gain valuable hands-on experience.

What are the primary ways associate chefs collaborate with other kitchen staff during service?

As an Associate Chef, you’ll work closely with the Executive and Sous Chefs to ensure that dishes are prepared efficiently and to the restaurant’s standards. You’ll often coordinate with line cooks, prep staff, and servers to manage the flow of orders, address any issues with ingredients or timing, and maintain a smooth service. Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential, as you may need to step in to help with plating, quality control, or training new kitchen team members. This collaborative environment is fast-paced but rewarding, offering opportunities to learn from more experienced chefs and contribute to a cohesive team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Chef, you need a solid background in culinary techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations, often gained through a culinary degree or relevant kitchen experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and certifications such as ServSafe are typically required. Strong teamwork, multitasking, and communication skills help you excel in high-pressure environments and support the head chef effectively. These competencies ensure consistent food quality, smooth kitchen workflow, and a positive dining experience for guests.

What is the difference between Associate Chef vs Line Cook?

AspectAssociate ChefLine Cook
Credentials Culinary degree or equivalent experience Often no formal degree, on-the-job training
Work Environment Kitchen, often with supervisory duties Kitchen, focused on specific station
Employer Usage Restaurants, hotels, catering services Restaurants, food service establishments
Common Search Intent Roles with some responsibility, leadership Entry-level, station-specific tasks

The main difference between an Associate Chef and a Line Cook is that an Associate Chef typically has more culinary training and may take on supervisory or assistant managerial roles, whereas a Line Cook focuses on preparing dishes at a specific station with less responsibility. Both roles are essential in professional kitchens, but the Associate Chef often has broader responsibilities and a higher level of experience.

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Asian Cuisine Chef

Albertsons

Hermiston, OR • On-site

$69K - $94K/yr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

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Key responsibilities

  • Prepare Chinese food dishes, focusing on quality, using various cooking tools, utensils, and products.

  • Help ensure the kitchen is stocked with ingredients and supplies through inventory and ordering, and maintain a clean and safe cooking environment.

  • Assist with customer engagement by providing fast and friendly customer service.

Albertsons rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 1,169 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 124 rated grocery stores

Job description

A Day in the Life:

As a Chinese Food Cook, you prepare, with a focus on quality, the food served within our Chinese food area of the delicatessen. You work with a variety of cooking tools, utensils, and products to create mixes, sauces, meals, and more. When you're not prepping the food or cooking, you're helping to ensure the shelves are stocked and the cooking areas are safe, neat, and clean. The Chinese Food Cook also ensures that the kitchen is stocked with the right ingredients and supplies through regular inventory and ordering.  At the center of all of this, you maintain an atmosphere of customer engagement with an emphasis on providing fast and friendly customer service. If you have all the right ingredients, come bring your flavor!

What you bring to the table:

  • You are 18 years of age or older
  • Previous experience providing great customer service
  • Cooking and following recipes to create dishes gives you energy
  • You agree that food is central in all our lives
  • You take pride in the work you do, whether big or small
  • You are adaptable to varying environments (Freezer to Fridge to food prep area)
  • Being a part of your community matters

Why you will choose us:

Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company's philosophy. As friendly, enthusiastic people who enjoy offering customers an exceptional shopping experience, we provide world-class customer service each and every day.

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

  • Diverse & Inclusive Work Culture
  • Competitive Wages
  • Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Associate discounts
  • Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development.
  • Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
  • Vacation / Paid Time Off

Our Values

  • We put people first.
  • We are customer driven.
  • We value different perspectives.
  • We raise the bar.
  • We act as owners.
  • We are one team.
  • We build belonging.
  • We are committed to a healthy future.

        Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail.  Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being.  We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

        Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S.  We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw's, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson's Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico's Community Markets, King's, Balducci's, and Albertson's Market Street.

        Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company's success.

        Bring your flavor

        Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

        Disclaimer

        The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

        Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

        This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

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