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stewleonards

Seasonal Cook

Clifton, NJ · On-site

$17.85 - $18/hr

Seasonal Cook Hourly - $17.85 - $18.00 per hour depending on experience Must be at least 18 years and older Position Description: Cooks prepare the highest quality food items for retail by following ...

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Artisan Pizza Cook

Naples, FL · On-site

Passion for clean ingredients, seasonal cooking, and handcrafted food. * Culinary education or equivalent professional kitchen experience. Physical Requirements * Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach ...

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The Trustees of Reservations

Seasonal Cook

Ipswich, MA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

As the Seasonal Cook, you'll connect farm guests to the land by working alongside the Appleton Culinary Team. Utilizing our own organic produce and regionally grown grain, you will assist with ...

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The Trustees of Reservations

Seasonal Cook

Ipswich, MA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

As the Seasonal Cook, you'll connect farm guests to the land by working alongside the Appleton Culinary Team. Utilizing our own organic produce and regionally grown grain, you will assist with ...

Café Vivant

Bartender

Menlo Park, CA

$17.55/hr

Located in downtown Menlo Park, Cafe Vivant is a modern fine dining restaurant built around heritage poultry, hyper-seasonal cooking, exceptional wine, and warm, unpretentious hospitality. Our work ...

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East Bank Club

Sundeck Cook - Seasonal

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19/hr

East Bank Club is looking to add Seasonal Cooks to our team!  Cooks are responsible for the ... Preparation, cooking, and servicing of all menu items. * Maintain service, production, and ...

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Siren Song Wines

Sous Chef

Chelan, WA · On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

... and seasonal cooking practices Collaborate with the Head Chef on new menu items, specials, and seasonal changes A focus on scratch cooking Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and ...

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The Trustees of Reservations

Seasonal Cook

Ipswich, MA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

As the Seasonal Cook, you'll connect farm guests to the land by working alongside the Appleton Culinary Team. Utilizing our own organic produce and regionally grown grain, you will assist with ...

East Bank Club

Sundeck Cook - Seasonal

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19/hr

East Bank Club is looking to add Seasonal Cooks to our team! Cooks are responsible for the ... Preparation, cooking, and servicing of all menu items. * Maintain service, production, and ...

East Bank Club

Sundeck Cook - Seasonal

Chicago, IL

$19/hr

East Bank Club is looking to add Seasonal Cooks to our team! Cooks are responsible for the ... Preparation, cooking, and servicing of all menu items. * Maintain service, production, and ...

The Friendly Toast

Seasonal Line Cook

Portsmouth, NH · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Description Immediately hiring for seasonal cooks (July through September) The Friendly Toast is a unique "all day brunch and bar" restaurant with an eclectic, scratch-made menu. Our cooks are the ...

Moersch Hospitality Group

Chef de Cuisine

Bridgman, MI · On-site

$62K - $85K/yr

Passion for Midwest ingredients, producers, and seasonal cooking. Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing kitchen teams. Strong organizational skills and the ability to perform in ...

Onsen

Executive Chef

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Our food program is designed to complement time spent in the baths through thoughtful, seasonal cooking grounded in technique, restraint, and hospitality. We are seeking an Executive Chef to lead the ...

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Ellizabetta | La Strega

Sous Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Passion for seasonal cooking, regional Italian flavors, and thoughtful technique * Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, detail‑driven kitchen * Commitment to excellence, hospitality, and guest ...

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Brewery Ommegang

Seasonal Cook

Oneonta, NY · On-site

$19/hr

Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures * Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks * Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

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Aramark

Seasonal Cook

Corning, NY

$17/hr

Get ready to reach new heights, ignite your passion, and pursue what matters by cooking with us! Compensation Data COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $17.00 to $17.00. If both numbers ...

Brewery Ommegang

Seasonal Cook

Cooperstown, NY

$19/hr

Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures * Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks * Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

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As of Jul 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for seasonal cooking in the United States is $16.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Seasonal Cook, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Seasonal Cook, you need strong culinary skills, knowledge of food safety, and experience in fast-paced kitchen environments, often supported by a food handler’s permit or relevant culinary training. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory systems, and seasonal menu planning tools is typically required. Adaptability, teamwork, and time management are standout soft skills for handling fluctuating workloads and diverse teams. These skills are important to ensure high-quality meals, food safety, and smooth kitchen operations during busy seasonal periods.

What is the difference between Seasonal Cooking vs Line Cook?

AspectSeasonal CookingLine Cook
CredentialsCooking certifications, culinary degrees often preferredCooking certifications, culinary degrees often preferred
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, catering, seasonal food eventsRestaurants, hotels, food service establishments
Industry UsageFocuses on seasonal ingredients and menusPrepares dishes on a daily basis in a fast-paced kitchen
Search & ComparisonOften compared for culinary specialization and seasonal menusCompared for kitchen roles and daily food prep

Seasonal Cooking involves preparing dishes based on seasonal ingredients and menus, often emphasizing freshness and variety throughout the year. Line Cooks focus on executing daily menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment. While both roles require culinary skills and certifications, Seasonal Cooking emphasizes adaptability to seasonal ingredients, whereas Line Cooks concentrate on consistent daily food preparation.

What are some typical challenges faced in a seasonal cooking position, and how can I prepare for them?

In a seasonal cooking role, you may encounter challenges such as adapting to fluctuating demand, learning new menus quickly, and working in fast-paced environments with changing teams. It's important to be flexible and able to pick up new recipes or procedures efficiently. Building strong communication with your colleagues helps maintain smooth kitchen operations, especially during peak periods. Preparing by familiarizing yourself with seasonal ingredients and practicing time management will set you up for success in this dynamic role.

What is seasonal cooking?

Seasonal cooking is the practice of preparing meals using ingredients that are currently in season and locally available. This approach emphasizes freshness, flavor, and nutrition, as fruits and vegetables are typically harvested at their peak. Seasonal cooking often supports local farmers and reduces the environmental impact associated with transporting out-of-season produce. It encourages creativity in the kitchen, as menus and recipes change throughout the year to reflect what's available. Many people find that seasonal cooking leads to tastier and more satisfying meals.
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Seasonal Cook

Seasonal Cook

stewleonards

Clifton, NJ • On-site

$17.85 - $18/hr

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Stew Leonard's rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 119 rated grocery stores

Job description

Seasonal Cook                                               

Hourly – $17.85 - $18.00 per hour

depending on experience 

Must be at least 18 years and older

Position Description:

Cooks prepare the highest quality food items for retail by following established recipes, standards and procedures.

Your day-to-day:

  • Inventory cases and prepare production list
  • Follow recipes to prepare and reheat food items
  • Rotate products on display
  • Adhere to all health, sanitation, and safety regulations
  • Assist in other duties, as assigned

Qualifications:

  • 18 years of age or older
  • High school diploma or equivalent with 1 to 3 years of experience
  • Current Culinary Arts student or graduate, preferred
  • Knowledge on food preparation
  • Safely use/operate knives, ovens, scales, wrapping machine, steamers, mixers, and all other equipment required in the day to day operation of the kitchen
  • Excellent customer service
  • Good oral communication skills

 

What you bring to the team:

  • Great work ethic
  • Passionate about food
  • Problem solver
  • Self-motivator
  • Reliable
  • Flexible
  • Honest

Working Conditions:

  • This position requires frequent standing, walking, and occasional pulling, pushing, squatting, reaching, and lifting with a maximum of 40lbs
  • This position requires occasional exposure to cramped or confined spaces, extreme heat (non-weather related), and noise

Satisfy:

  • Greet customers with a friendly smile and positive attitude, ensuring that each customer feels welcome and appreciated.

Teamwork:

  • Collaborate with team members to ensure the smooth operation of the store, offering assistance and support where needed.

Excellence:

  • Improve and maintain the efficiency of the store in order to reach success.

Wow:

  • Be a positive ambassador for the store, representing our S.T.E.W. values in all interactions with customers and team members. You are the biggest WOW!

Why you’ll love working here!

 

Family Oriented: We respect the personal balance between work and family with career opportunity and growth- over 80% of our managers have been promoted from within.

 Benefits: Holiday Pay!

 Environment: Have you seen the Avocado Girls? Chiquita Banana? Or the singing Parrot?

 Pay Day: We’re thrilled to offer our Team Members Dayforce Wallet – a new way to get paid. Say bye-bye to pay day and hello to pay your way. Get your pay as soon as you earn it, at no cost to you – It’s your money, why should you have to wait? Request your pay as you earn it.  

We take pride in the power of diversity, inclusion, and being socially responsible to the communities which we live and do business

 Apply today and start as soon as 1 week!

 For more information on working at Stew Leonard’s click on the link below!

http://www.stewleonards.com/work-at-stews/

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