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Bowdoin College

Kitchen Prep Assistant

Brunswick, ME · On-site

$19.65/hr

Posting Details Posting Details Title Kitchen Prep Assistant Posting Number S01581JP Department Dining Service - Thorne Hall Job Summary Located in Brunswick, Maine, Bowdoin College boasts a student ...

Kabuto

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$13 - $14/hr

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QSCulinary

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$16 - $18/hr

Measure and portion ingredients accurately to assist chefs in meal preparation. * Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen prep area, including sanitizing surfaces and equipment. * Assist ...

Branzak Enterprises

Kitchen Prep

Sparta, NJ · On-site

Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and prep areas, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. * Assist in inventory management by tracking supplies and notifying the ...

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THE TEA KETTLE CAFE

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$17 - $18/hr

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Chick-fil-A

Kitchen Prep

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

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Mesa, AZ · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

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MAGO AH LLC

Kitchen Prep

Arlington Heights, IL

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

As a Prep Cook in a high-volume kitchen, you will be responsible for preparing ingredients and ... Support line cooks and chefs by keeping stations stocked and ready for service. * Assist with basic ...

Chick-fil-A

Kitchen Prep

San Antonio, TX

$16 - $18/hr

Kitchen Prep Role At Chick-fil-A De Zavala, the Kitchen Prep position is more than just a job -- it ... Maintain strict adherence to food safety procedures * Assist with all food preparation and set up ...

Chick-fil-A

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Mesa, AZ

$16 - $18/hr

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MAGO BB LLC

Kitchen Prep

Bolingbrook, IL

$14 - $17.75/hr

As a Prep Cook in a high-volume kitchen, you will be responsible for preparing ingredients and ... Support line cooks and chefs by keeping stations stocked and ready for service. * Assist with basic ...

MAGO SB LLC

Kitchen Prep

South Barrington, IL

$14.25 - $18/hr

As a Prep Cook in a high-volume kitchen, you will be responsible for preparing ingredients and ... Support line cooks and chefs by keeping stations stocked and ready for service. * Assist with basic ...

Foodworks Hospitality Group

Kitchen Prep

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Prep Cook Job Summary: As a Prep Cook in a high-volume kitchen, you will be responsible for ... Support line cooks and chefs by keeping stations stocked and ready for service. * Assist with basic ...

Foodworks Hospitality Group

Kitchen Prep

Barrington, IL · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

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Foodworks Hospitality Group

Kitchen Prep

Barrington, IL · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

Prep Cook Job Summary: As a Prep Cook in a high-volume kitchen, you will be responsible for ... Support line cooks and chefs by keeping stations stocked and ready for service. * Assist with basic ...

Foodworks Hospitality Group

Kitchen Prep

Arlington Heights, IL · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Prep Cook Job Summary: As a Prep Cook in a high-volume kitchen, you will be responsible for ... Support line cooks and chefs by keeping stations stocked and ready for service. * Assist with basic ...

Foodworks Hospitality Group

Kitchen Prep

Arlington Heights, IL · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Prep Cook Job Summary: As a Prep Cook in a high-volume kitchen, you will be responsible for ... Support line cooks and chefs by keeping stations stocked and ready for service. * Assist with basic ...

Foodworks Hospitality Group

Kitchen Prep

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Prep Cook Job Summary: As a Prep Cook in a high-volume kitchen, you will be responsible for ... Support line cooks and chefs by keeping stations stocked and ready for service. * Assist with basic ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for kitchen prep 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 kitchen prep assistant?

To thrive as a Kitchen Prep Assistant, you need basic food preparation skills, knowledge of kitchen hygiene, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, proper knife handling, and food safety certifications (such as ServSafe) are typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are important soft skills in this role. These skills ensure food is prepared safely and consistently, supporting the overall efficiency and quality of the kitchen operation.

What is the difference between Kitchen Prep Assistant vs Line Cook?

AspectKitchen Prep AssistantLine Cook
ResponsibilitiesAssists with basic food prep, ingredient organization, and cleaningPrepares and cooks menu items during service
CredentialsMinimal certifications, food safety knowledge preferredFood handler permits, culinary training often required
Work EnvironmentKitchen support roles, less fast-pacedHigh-pressure, fast-paced during service
Industry UsageCommon entry-level support role in restaurantsCore cooking position in kitchens

While both roles work in restaurant kitchens, the Kitchen Prep Assistant focuses on supporting food prep and organization, whereas the Line Cook actively prepares dishes during service. The roles differ mainly in responsibility level and pace, with the Prep Assistant serving as a foundational support role.

What are some common challenges faced by kitchen prep assistants, and how can they be managed?

Kitchen Prep Assistants often work in fast-paced environments where time management and multitasking are essential. One common challenge is maintaining efficiency while ensuring food safety and cleanliness standards. To manage these pressures, it's important to stay organized, communicate effectively with chefs and other kitchen staff, and consistently follow proper food handling procedures. Adapting to varying workloads and being proactive about preparing ingredients can also help minimize stress during peak hours.

What is a kitchen prep assistant?

Kitchen Prep Assistants are entry-level professionals who support chefs and cooks by preparing ingredients and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. Their duties typically include washing and chopping vegetables, measuring ingredients, portioning food, and ensuring that cooking stations are stocked and ready for service. They also help with basic cooking tasks and are responsible for keeping work areas sanitary to comply with food safety standards. This role is essential for the smooth operation of a restaurant or food service kitchen.
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Infographic showing various Kitchen Prep Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,047 per year, or $15.4 per hour.

Kitchen Prep Assistant

Bowdoin College

Brunswick, ME • On-site

$19.65/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Posting Details
Title
Kitchen Prep Assistant
Posting Number
S01581JP
Department
Dining Service - Thorne Hall
Job Summary
Located in Brunswick, Maine, Bowdoin College boasts a student population of almost 2000. Our Dining Services Department makes everything from scratch and are consistently rated in the top 10 for college dining! We have our own butcher shop, bakeshop, and organic garden that all supply food to our two dining halls and three retail locations.
Bowdoin is seeking a Kitchen Prep Assistant/Production Assistant to join our team at Thorne Hall.
Under supervision of the Head Chef, Assistant Chef/Cold Food Production Coordinator, with guidance from Production Assistant Lead, the Kitchen Prep Assistant/Production Assistant is responsible for preparation of daily cold food items to recipe specifications. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Prepare ingredients for use in recipes for both hot and cold food production
  • Read recipes and prepare to specifications
  • Assist with set up, service, and clean-up of food serving line
  • Follow appropriate food handling and storage procedures
  • Serve food in serving line while adhering to portion control and serving procedures
  • Monitor and record refrigerator or freezer temperature readings
  • Assist with cold food production and assembly for catering functions
  • Operate cold food prep equipment
  • Provide routine and thorough cleaning of storage, cooking, serving, holding, dispensing equipment, and area. Empty trash. Assist in keeping the dining rooms neat and clean
  • Adhere to safety and sanitation guidelines, including related documentation
  • May operate computerized board checking system and perform other cash transactions
  • May assist in customer service functions

We have two different schedules available for this position:
12:30 pm - 8:30 pm Friday to Tuesday (Wednesday and Thursday off)
and
12:30pm - 8:30pm Thursday to Monday (Tuesday and Wednesday off)These are both an academic year position (.73 FTE) that runs from mid August to May.
Compensation:
  • The pay rate for this position is $19.65 per hour, and this role is eligible for overtime and shift/weekend differential
  • Shift Differentials: 10% for 2nd shift, 15% for 3rd shift, plus an additional $1.00/hour for weekend hours

Benefits and Perks:
  • Medical Insurance (Effective on date of hire)
  • Vision and Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
  • $1,000 Employee Referral Program Bonus
  • Generous Retirement Plan - 10.12% annual compensation contribution (Eligible after 1 year of service and age 26 )
  • Accrue up to 10 day of vacation (1st year), 15 days (2nd year)
  • Accrue up to 12 days of personal/sick time
  • 17 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave (After 1 year)
  • Access to many of the College's facilities including the gym and pool (Including household)
  • Free fitness and wellness classes
  • And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html

Education/Skills Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Current ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain within 6 months of employment)
  • Working knowledge of basic food preparation techniques and their application in catering and/or institutional settings.
  • Demonstrated reliability as well as neat and clean appearance
  • Ability to follow written and oral direction
  • Commitment to customer service
  • Ability to multi-task

Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents
  • Two years of food service or closely related experience
  • Prior experience with food preparation techniques and their application in institutional settings preferred

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.
Standard Work Days and Hours
  • This is a full-time, academic-year position, working 40 hours per week for 38 weeks per year (0.73 FTE). The role includes occasional overtime, weekends, holidays, and weather emergencies, as well as coverage during major college events such as Parents Weekend, Commencement, and Reunions.
    • The regular work schedule for this position is as follows:
      • Monday: 12:30pm-8:30pm
      • Tuesday: 12:30pm-8:30pm
      • Wednesday: OFF
      • Thursday: OFF
      • Friday: 12:30pm-8:30pm
      • Saturday: 12:00pm-8:00pm
      • Sunday: 12:00pm-8:00pm

Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).
We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.
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About Bowdoin
Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff-with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.
We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College's multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.
Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin's reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.
Bowdoin's campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.
Shift
Second Shift
Employment Category
Full Time Academic Year
FTE
0.73
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Pay Type
Hourly
Background Check Package Requirements
Support Staff
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
No
Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?
Yes
Posting Date
08/07/2026
Applications Accepted Until
Open Until Filled
No
Type of Posting
Internal/External
Special Instructions to Applicants
If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.
EEO Information
Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

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