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Hospital Kitchen Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Dietary Aide - Days & Evenings

Oneida, NY ยท On-site

$16 - $20.80/hr

... Hospital Kitchen. The Dietary Aide may work anywhere on property where food is prepared. This person will assist in setup and serving of food from counters and steam tables. Primary function will be ...

Dietary Aide - Days & Evenings

Oneida, NY ยท On-site

$16 - $20.80/hr

... Hospital Kitchen. The Dietary Aide may work anywhere on property where food is prepared. This person will assist in setup and serving of food from counters and steam tables. Primary function will be ...

Busser

Oak Brook, IL ยท On-site

$9/hr

Supplemental Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness plans * Paid Leave * Flexible schedules ... kitchen. * Assist chef team with the closing of the kitchen, including the return of all ...

Busser

Schaumburg, IL ยท On-site

$9/hr

Supplemental Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness plans * Paid Leave * Flexible schedules ... kitchen. * Assist chef team with the closing of the kitchen, including the return of all ...

Busser

Oak Brook, IL ยท On-site

$9/hr

Supplemental Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness plans * Paid Leave * Flexible schedules ... kitchen. * Assist chef team with the closing of the kitchen, including the return of all ...

Busser

Vernon Hills, IL ยท On-site

$9/hr

Supplemental Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness plans * Paid Leave * Flexible schedules ... kitchen. * Assist chef team with the closing of the kitchen, including the return of all ...

Busser

Richmond, VA ยท On-site

Supplemental Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness plans * Flexible schedules * Outstanding ... kitchen. * Assist chef team with the closing of the kitchen, including the return of all ...

Busser

Vernon Hills, IL ยท On-site

$9/hr

Supplemental Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness plans * Paid Leave * Flexible schedules ... kitchen. * Assist chef team with the closing of the kitchen, including the return of all ...

Busser

Schaumburg, IL ยท On-site

$9/hr

Supplemental Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness plans * Paid Leave * Flexible schedules ... kitchen. * Assist chef team with the closing of the kitchen, including the return of all ...

Busser

Richmond, VA ยท On-site

Supplemental Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness plans * Flexible schedules * Outstanding ... kitchen. * Assist chef team with the closing of the kitchen, including the return of all ...

... Hospital Kitchen. The Dietary Aide may work anywhere on property where food is prepared. This person will assist in setup and serving of food from counters and steam tables. Primary function will be ...

Busser

Lone Tree, CO ยท On-site

$12.14/hr

Supplemental Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness plans * Paid Sick Leave * Flexible schedules ... kitchen. * Assist chef team with the closing of the kitchen, including the return of all ...

Busser

Lone Tree, CO ยท On-site

$12.14/hr

Supplemental Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness plans * Paid Sick Leave * Flexible schedules ... kitchen. * Assist chef team with the closing of the kitchen, including the return of all ...

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How much do hospital kitchen assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital kitchen assistant in the United States is $15.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $16.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hospital Kitchen Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hospital Kitchen Assistant, you need basic food preparation skills, knowledge of food safety and hygiene, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, dietary management software, and food handling certifications such as ServSafe are typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong organizational skills help you excel in supporting both chefs and healthcare staff. These skills are crucial to ensuring safe meal preparation, meeting dietary needs, and maintaining efficient kitchen operations in a healthcare environment.

What are some common challenges faced by Hospital Kitchen Assistants and how can they be managed?

Hospital Kitchen Assistants often face challenges such as maintaining strict hygiene standards, working efficiently during busy meal times, and adapting to dietary restrictions for patients. Managing these challenges involves staying organized, following food safety protocols carefully, and communicating clearly with both culinary and medical staff. Teamwork and a strong attention to detail are key to ensuring meals are prepared safely and delivered on time to support patient care.

What are Hospital Kitchen Assistants?

Hospital Kitchen Assistants are support staff responsible for helping prepare, serve, and deliver meals to patients, staff, and visitors within a hospital. Their duties often include preparing basic food items, portioning meals, cleaning kitchen areas, and ensuring food safety standards are met. They may also help with dishwashing and restocking supplies. This role is essential in maintaining nutrition standards and ensuring that patients receive meals tailored to their dietary needs.

What is the difference between Hospital Kitchen Assistant vs Hospital Cook?

AspectHospital Kitchen AssistantHospital Cook
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certification often preferredFood safety certification; culinary training or experience
Work EnvironmentAssist in food prep, cleaning, and basic kitchen tasks in hospital settingsPrepare, cook, and oversee meal production in hospital kitchens
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in hospital food service departmentsTypically employed as head or line cooks in hospital food services

Hospital Kitchen Assistants mainly support food prep and cleaning tasks, while Hospital Cooks handle meal preparation and cooking. Both roles are essential in hospital food services but differ in responsibilities and skill requirements.

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Kitchen Aid - Part Time - Monday through Friday

Kitchen Aid - Part Time - Monday through Friday

REDISCOVER

Kansas City, MO โ€ข On-site

$13.75 - $17/hr

Part-time

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Make a Difference as a Kitchen Aid with ReDiscover
Join ReDiscover's Women and Children Department and be part of a mission-driven organization that's been transforming lives for over 50 years. As a non-profit community mental health center serving southeastern Jackson County, Missouri, we're passionate about helping individuals impacted by mental illness or substance use find hope, support, and healing.
Why ReDiscover?
  • 700+ dedicated professionals
  • Over five decades of community impact
  • A culture grounded in compassion, collaboration, and growth

About the Women & Children Program
The Women & Children program is a voluntary, collaborative program that strives to empower women to build resources and personal skills to break the barriers that come with addiction as individuals, family members, and members of their local community. This program offers residential treatment, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, day care services for children under 12, individual and group therapy, case management, peer support services, psychiatry and medicated assisted treatment.
What You'll Do
  • Serve food for clients enrolled in ReDiscover's residential substance use disorder programs, ensuring quality and consistency in presentation and taste.
  • Order and maintain appropriate inventory of food and supplies for designated residential housing and IOP Program to support uninterrupted meal service.
  • Communicate regularly with vendors regarding program needs.
  • Operates a variety of commercial kitchen equipment including freezers, refrigerators, dish machines, steam tables, warmers, ovens, burners, microwave ovens, fryers, tilt-tables, mixers, dicers/slicers, utensils, can openers, and institutional coffee makers.
  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work area to ensure a safe and hygienic food preparation environment.

Requirements of the Position
  • Availability to work a part time schedule (20 hours per week) Monday - Friday 10:00am-2:00pm; all new hires are required to attend a one-week ReDiscover orientation as part of the onboarding process.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • At least one (1) year of cooking experience with quantities of 100 or greater or completion of cooking school is preferred.
  • Hospital catering experience is preferred; hotel and restaurant experience will also be considered.
  • Requires basic to Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as the use of email.

Grow With Us
We're committed to your professional development and will support your growth as a Counselor Technician through training, collaboration, and meaningful work.
Ready to join a team that's passionate about people? Apply today and help make wellness accessible for all.