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Ember Korean BBQ

Kitchen Assistant

Elk Grove, CA · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

They can assist the line cook, pantry, and meat butchery. Kitchen Assistants must keep all areas clean and maintained. Essential Functions: * Operating the passthrough window for delivering meat.

Miso Ramen Corp

Kitchen Assistant

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$15/hr

Miso Ramen in Jersey City is in need of a kitchen assistant / prep cook! Hours: 6 hours a day, up to 6 days a week Pay: $13 / hour Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required, as we are ...

Miso Ramen Corp

Kitchen Assistant

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$15/hr

Miso Ramen in Jersey City is in need of a kitchen assistant / prep cook! Hours: 6 hours a day, up to 6 days a week Pay: $13 / hour Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required, as we are ...

Ember Korean BBQ

Kitchen Assistant

Elk Grove, CA · On-site

They can assist the line cook, pantry, and meat butchery. Kitchen Assistants must keep all areas clean and maintained. Essential Functions: * Operating the passthrough window for delivering meat.

AHP Union City AL LLC

Cook/ Kitchen Aid

Union City, IN · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

The ideal candidate will assist in food preparation, cooking, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. This role is essential in ensuring that our kitchen operates smoothly and ...

AHP UNION CITY AL LLC

Cook/ Kitchen Aid

Union City, IN

$12.75 - $17/hr

The ideal candidate will assist in food preparation, cooking, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. This role is essential in ensuring that our kitchen operates smoothly and ...

T's Restaurant Group

Kitchen Assistant

Narragansett, RI · On-site

$16.25 - $16.50/hr

Kitchen Assistant DEPARTMENT: Back of House - Kitchen REPORTS TO: Kitchen Manager and Restaurant ... Lead Cook when necessary POSITION STATUS: Internship PAY BRACKET: Paid and/or School Credit Do you ...

Hudson Table Holdings LLC

Kitchen Assistant

Stamford, CT · On-site

$17 - $25/hr

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with line cook experience who thrives in a fast-paced ... The role as a Kitchen Assistant is a unique blend of back of house and front of house operations ...

Hudson Table Holdings LLC

Kitchen Assistant

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with line cook experience who thrives in a fast-paced ... The role as a Kitchen Assistant is a unique blend of back of house and front of house operations ...

CareerNation

Cook - Healthy Cafe

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $18.50/hr

About the Role We're seeking a dependable, motivated Cook/Kitchen Assistant to join our pre-opening team. You'll play a vital role in creating fresh, health-conscious dishes that align with our ...

Food Provisions LLC

Prep Cook

Key Biscayne, FL · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Previous experience as a Prep Cook, Kitchen Prep Cook, Kitchen Helper, Kitchen Assistant, Line Cook, Food Prep Worker, Auxiliar de Cocina, Ayudante de Cocina, or similar food-service position ...

The Golden Hog

Prep Cook

Key Biscayne, FL · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Previous experience as a Prep Cook, Kitchen Prep Cook, Kitchen Helper, Kitchen Assistant, Line Cook, Food Prep Worker, Auxiliar de Cocina, Ayudante de Cocina, or similar food-service position ...

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How much do cook kitchen assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for cook kitchen assistant in the United States is $15.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How much is the salary of a Cook Kitchen Assistant?

The salary of a Cook Kitchen Assistant typically ranges from $20,000 to $30,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and the employer. Entry-level positions may start at the minimum wage, while experienced assistants can earn higher wages, especially in institutional or commercial kitchens.

What does a Cook Kitchen Assistant do?

A Cook Kitchen Assistant helps prepare and serve food, assist with cooking tasks, and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen. They may also handle food storage, dishwashing, and support the kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.

What qualifications are needed to be a cook kitchen assistant?

Cook kitchen assistants typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and may require food safety certification. Basic cooking skills, the ability to follow instructions, and good teamwork are important for the role.

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Kitchen Assistant

Elk Grove, CA • On-site

Ember Korean BBQ
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$19 - $24/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Kitchen Assistant

The Kitchen Assistant is focused on meat butchery but will also help to support all back of house roles and to ensure a seamless and efficient operation. They will be flexing between different responsibilities to help fill in where the need is greatest. Since meat is the main star of the show, the Kitchen Assistant is essential to a quality dining experience. Kitchen Assistant is to help all roles within the back of house. The primary focus is the meat line at the pass-through window and fulfilling orders. They are to shift their job based on business needs. They can assist the line cook, pantry, and meat butchery. Kitchen Assistants must keep all areas clean and maintained.

Essential Functions:

  • Operating the passthrough window for delivering meat.
  • Support the line cook, pantry, and meat butchery areas as needed.
  • Meat butchery is the primary focus.
  • Assist with receiving food shipments
  • Keep all areas clean and maintained
  • The ability to adjust to business needs and display a sense of urgency during peak hours.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Possesses a friendly, outgoing, positive and enthusiastic attitude
  • Ability to be professional and courteous with their teammates
  • Able to exercise good judgment while working both independently and collaboratively; works well in a team environment
  • Ability to multitask and be aware of which parts of the business need the most assistance, and transition between roles seamlessly and efficiently
  • Able to work in a noisy and sometimes chaotic environment and be flexible under a variety of circumstances
  • Punctual, neat and accurate in work habits; precise and detail-oriented
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays and extended schedules during peak periods
  • Valid ServSafe Food Handler's Certificate

Physical Demands

  • Able to move from place to place which may include standing and/or walking for extended periods of time
  • Lift and carry 50 lbs short distances

Dress Code:

Non-slip shoes, hair net.

Pay Range:

$19.00/hr to $24.00/hr + Tips

Ember Korean BBQ is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion and respect. We welcome and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

This job description is not intended to cover every single requirement of the job.

Ember Korean BBQ reserves the right to change job duties at any time.

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