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How much do chefs assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for chefs assistant in Florida is $14.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.21 and $15.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a chefs assistant?

Chefs Assistants, also known as kitchen assistants or commis chefs, support chefs in the preparation and cooking of food in professional kitchens. Their duties often include washing, peeling, and chopping ingredients, maintaining cleanliness, organizing kitchen tools, and sometimes helping with basic cooking tasks. Chefs Assistants are crucial for ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently. They often learn essential culinary skills on the job, making this role a common entry point for those interested in a culinary career.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chefs assistant?

To thrive as a Chef's Assistant, you need basic culinary skills, knowledge of food safety standards, and often a high school diploma or culinary coursework. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment and food handling certifications like ServSafe are typically required. Strong teamwork, time management, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure safe, organized, and high-quality food preparation, supporting the kitchen's smooth operation.

What are some common challenges faced by a chefs assistant, and how can they be effectively managed?

As a Chef's Assistant, you may encounter challenges such as working under tight time constraints, adapting to fast-paced kitchen environments, and maintaining consistent food quality. Effective communication with chefs and team members is essential to ensure smooth workflow and prevent errors. Staying organized, being proactive, and continuously learning kitchen procedures can help you manage these challenges successfully while developing valuable culinary skills.

What is the difference between Chefs Assistant vs Kitchen Helper?

AspectChefs AssistantKitchen Helper
Required CredentialsBasic culinary knowledge, sometimes certificationsMinimal qualifications, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentProfessional kitchens, assisting chefsSupport roles in kitchens, general cleaning and prep
Employer & Industry UsageRestaurants, hotels, catering servicesFood service establishments, cafeterias
Search & Comparison IntentRoles assisting chefs with food prep and organizationSupport staff helping in kitchen tasks

Chefs Assistants typically have some culinary knowledge and work closely with professional chefs in busy kitchen environments. Kitchen Helpers usually perform basic support tasks like cleaning and prep, often with minimal qualifications. Both roles are essential in food service settings but differ in responsibilities and skill requirements.

What is the average salary of a chef's assistant?

The average salary of a chef's assistant typically ranges from $20,000 to $30,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and the establishment. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced assistants or those working in high-end kitchens can earn more. The role often requires basic culinary skills and the ability to follow instructions in a fast-paced environment.

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Infographic showing various Chefs Assistant job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $29,589 per year, or $14.2 per hour.

Assistant Sous Chef Signature (Fine Dining) - Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World Resort

Orlando, FL • On-site

$28.60/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Walt Disney Company rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 130 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 52 rated entertainment

Job description

Assistant Sous Chef Cast Members for Walt Disney World Resort should bring a passion for culinary arts and a desire to learn that will help them deliver not only Disney quality meals but also quality Guest service. Our Assistant Sous Chefs directly assist the chef and supports them in their absence. They are responsible for all stations in their kitchen and are tasked with using a variety of skills and techniques to prepare meals in all dining levels, from Quick Service and Full Service dining kitchens to Banquet and Buffet dining. They will recreate Disney recipes and, at times, must be responsible for altering recipes to meet certain Guest dietary restrictions. Beyond knowledge of Disney menus, Assistant Sous Chefs maintain an active knowledge of modern and classical cooking styles in order to inspire future recipe styling and development.
Knife skills, food handling procedures, HACCP knowledge, and knowledge of basic kitchen tools and ingredients are standard for our Assistant Sous Chef Cast Members. Close relationships between all levels of Culinary, from Chef to Cook 2, allow our Chef Assistants to practice training and leadership development in this high volume, fast paced team environment.
**For signature dining locations, Cast Members need to be reliable, have a great attitude, passion, love of cooking, and have a deep respect for the craft. Signature locations are ideal for Cast Members who are goal-oriented and interested in building their careers in Culinary. This is a fast-paced and high volume role and it is important that Cast Members have a strong attention for detail, good memory retention, and work with a sense of urgency. Learning is a fundamental aspect of the Signature Culinary role and Cast Members should be committed to continual learning and education. As a member of the Signature Culinary Team be prepared to push yourself to the next level every day!**
Basic Qualifications :
  • Minimum 4 years of recent line cook experience; including grill and saut or a culinary certificate and 2 years of recent line cook experience; including grill and saut
  • Proven experience in all stations of the kitchen and multiple cooking skills
  • Knowledge of kitchen equipment, basic tools, small wares, culinary techniques and ingredients specialized to the location
  • Demonstrates knowledge of HACCP, basic food temperatures, proper food handling and good judgment of quantity, quality and production
  • Passion for the culinary arts, continual learning and guest service
  • Able to follow recipes, make recipe conversions, adhere to food allergies and propose menu items
  • Basic understanding of kitchen lingo and etiquette as well as exhibits clean work habits and ownership of a safe, clean work area
  • Receptive to working on-stage and working on the chef's table, if needed
  • Awareness of modern and classical cooking, as well as knife skills and basic butchering techniques
  • Additional Personal Protective Equipment (face shields, goggles, refillable hand sanitizers, etc.) may be required, and Cast Members will be required to handle cleaning chemicals and supplies

Additional Information :
SCHEDULE AVAILABILTY Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and some shifts may start as early as 5:00am while some may end as late as 3:00am, 4:00am or 5:00am. Please note that the principles of seniority are used to schedule all roles.
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KEYWORD: WDW Casting, wdwcasting, Chef Assistant, Culinary, Assistant Sous Chef, WDW: Walt Disney World Casting Hourly Jobs, #SVA
The pay rate for this role in Florida is $28.60 per hour.
Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
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      At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. "We create happiness." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!

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