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Tay Ho

Food Manufacturing Prep Kitchen Employee

Houston, TX

$12.25 - $15.50/hr

With product lines like Simmer Craft organic broths and Craft Cuts luncheon meats, we serve consumers seeking ethnic comfort foods and aim to partner with mass retailers and food-service providers.

U.S. Army

Culinary Specialist

Manchester, NH · On-site

$34K - $45K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Bake, fry, braise, boil, simmer, steam, and sauté as prescribed by Army recipes. * Operate, maintain, and clean field kitchen equipment. * Perform preventive maintenance on garrison and field ...

U.S. Army

Culinary Specialist

Manchester, NH · On-site

$34K - $45K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Bake, fry, braise, boil, simmer, steam, and sauté as prescribed by Army recipes. * Operate, maintain, and clean field kitchen equipment. * Perform preventive maintenance on garrison and field ...

U.S. Army

Culinary Specialist (U.S. Army)

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$115K/yr

  • PTO

Bake, fry, braise, boil, simmer, steam and saute as prescribed by Army recipes * Operate, maintain and clean field kitchen equipment * Perform preventive maintenance on garrison and field kitchen ...

U.S. Army

Culinary Specialist

Richmond, VA · On-site

$22K - $44K/yr

Bake, fry, braise, boil, simmer, steam and saute as prescribed by Army recipes. * Operate, maintain and clean field kitchen equipment. * Perform preventive maintenance on garrison and field kitchen ...

U.S. Army

Culinary Specialist

Lowell, MA · On-site

$34K - $46K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Bake, fry, braise, boil, simmer, steam, and sauté as prescribed by Army recipes. * Operate, maintain, and clean field kitchen equipment. * Perform preventive maintenance on garrison and field ...

U.S. Army

Culinary Specialist

Boston, MA · On-site

$38K - $51K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Bake, fry, braise, boil, simmer, steam, and sauté as prescribed by Army recipes. * Operate, maintain, and clean field kitchen equipment. * Perform preventive maintenance on garrison and field ...

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How much do simmer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for simmer in the United States is $44,378.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,000.00 and $47,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a simmer?

Simmers are kitchen professionals responsible for preparing stocks, broths, and sauces by simmering ingredients over a low heat for extended periods. They play a crucial role in developing the base flavors for many dishes in restaurants, hotels, and catering services. Simmers typically work under the supervision of chefs and must have a good understanding of ingredients, timing, and cooking techniques to produce consistent, high-quality results.

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

To thrive as a Simmer (food production worker specializing in simmering processes), you need a solid understanding of cooking principles, food safety, and temperature control, often supported by experience in a commercial kitchen. Familiarity with industrial simmering equipment, kitchen management systems, and relevant food handling certifications like ServSafe is important. Attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to follow precise instructions are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure consistent product quality, safety, and efficiency in high-volume food production environments.

What are some common challenges a simmer faces when managing multiple dishes simultaneously in a busy kitchen?

As a Simmer, one of the main challenges is maintaining precise temperature and timing for several pots or pans at once, especially during peak service hours. This requires strong attention to detail and excellent multitasking skills to ensure that each dish is cooked perfectly without overcooking or burning. Coordination with other kitchen staff is crucial to ensure the smooth flow of orders, and staying organized helps prevent mistakes. Over time, you’ll develop techniques to streamline your workflow and communicate effectively with the team, which can lead to advancement opportunities within the kitchen hierarchy.

What is the difference between Simmer vs Line Cook?

AspectSimmerLine Cook
Primary RolePrepares ingredients and manages cooking processes at a stationPrepares and cooks dishes on the line during service
Work EnvironmentKitchen, often involved in prep work and cookingFast-paced kitchen environment during service hours
CertificationsMay require food safety certificationsLikewise, often requires food safety certifications
Industry UsageCommon in restaurants, catering, and hospitalityStandard in restaurant kitchens, especially in fine dining and fast food

While both roles are essential in a kitchen, a Simmer focuses on ingredient preparation and cooking techniques, often working behind the scenes, whereas a Line Cook actively prepares dishes during service. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in culinary environments.

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Infographic showing various Simmer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,378 per year, or $21.3 per hour.

Army Cooks *No Experience Necessary*

U.S. Army Recruiting Battalion

Quincy, IL

$12.50 - $26.92/hr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

**THIS JOB REQUIRES ENLISTING/JOINING THE U.S. ARMY**

This is an entry-level position with no experience necessary. When you enlist into the Army as an Army Cook, you become a part of a team of Soldiers. As a Soldier you secure your future with a career in the Active Duty Army (full-time) and are able to take advantage of all the benefits that serving in the Army gives you. You gain leadership skills, college credit, and job-security by enlisting into the Army that is hard to find in the civilian sector. The culinary specialist is primarily responsible for the preparation and service of food in field or garrison foodservice operations.

Job Duties:

 

  • Bake, fry, braise, boil, simmer, steam, and saut as prescribed by Army recipes
  • Operate, maintain, and clean field kitchen equipment
  • Perform preventive maintenance on garrison and field kitchen equipment
  • Attend Basic and Advanced Training (paid)

Basic Qualifications:

  • Age - 17 to 34 years old
  • Education - Current Senior in High School(HS), HS Diploma, GED, GED equivalent, or higher education level completed
  • Citizenship - U.S. Citizen/Permanent Resident
  • Submit to background and medical screening
  • Receive a passing score on the ASVAB

Benefits:

  • Enlistment bonus up to $40,000, varies by job and individual qualifications
  • Education benefits
    • Tuition Assistance ($4,000 annually) / GI Bill (up to $108,000 for 36 months of attending college)
  • Paid training (Basic and Advanced)
  • 30 days of paid vacation earned every year
  • Additional living expenses for those who have dependents
  • Various lengths of contracts available from 2 years to 6 years normally

This is a position in the Army Reserves. In order to qualify you must meet the minimum requirements to enlist in the United States Army. 

These include, but are not limited to:

Age between 17-34 years old
Ability to pass an extensive background check with no significant law charges (waivers are authorized on a case-by-case basis)
Ability to pass an extensive medical exam including full panel drug testing to ensure fitness to enlist in the military and attend basic training
Attaining qualifying test scores on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Test (ASVAB)

Required qualifications:
  • 17 years or older
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Drug screening
  • Background check
  • Speaks English
  • Reads English
  • At least high school diploma or equivalent or higher

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