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Culinary Assistant

Newton, IL · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Culinary Assistant - AKA Kitchen Sidekick & Mealtime Magician Position Type: Full stomachs ... Monitor fridge and freezer temps like you're guarding a vault of gold (frozen peas count). * Rock ...

Our Culinary Supervisoroversees daily kitchen operations and supports the culinary team in ... logs and temp checks are kept current and maintained properly. * Create positive associate ...

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How much do temporary culinary jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary culinary in the United States is $18.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Culinary vs Temporary Line Cook?

AspectTemporary CulinaryTemporary Line Cook
CredentialsBasic culinary skills, food handler permitsBasic culinary skills, food handler permits
Work EnvironmentHotels, catering, events, restaurantsRestaurants, hotels, catering
Employer UsageEvent companies, hospitality agenciesRestaurants, hotels, catering services
Search IntentTemporary culinary staffing, event catering jobsTemporary line cook jobs, restaurant staffing

Temporary Culinary roles typically involve a range of culinary tasks in various settings like events, hotels, and catering. Temporary Line Cooks focus specifically on food preparation in restaurant or hotel kitchens. Both roles require basic culinary skills and are used by hospitality employers for short-term staffing needs, but they differ mainly in scope and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Culinary job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $37,501 per year, or $18 per hour.
Kitchen Storekeeper - Per Diem (Temp)

Kitchen Storekeeper - Per Diem (Temp)

Saint Peter's Healthcare System

New Brunswick, NJ • On-site

$19.75 - $26/hr

Full-time, Temporary, Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago


Saint Peter's University Hospital rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

127th of 1,013 rated hospitals


Job description

Kitchen Storekeeper - Per Diem (Temp)
Culinary & Nutrition
The Kitchen Storekeeper - Per Diem (Temp) will:
  • Secure all scheduled deliveries of food products.
  • Assist in weekly and/or monthly physical inventory recording.
  • Stock all food and non-food items.
  • Distribute all food and non-food items.
  • Maintain daily sanitation of storage/work areas.
  • Operates the Market van to bring food to community events and community members, as needed. Must have a clean driving record.
  • Cross train in food prep
  • Cross train in sanitation
  • Help stock cafeteria shelves and coolers
  • Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements:
  • Experience in food receiving, storage and ordering preferred.
  • Must have basic knowledge of math and the ability to follow oral and written directions.

Salary Range: 17.00 - 22.95 USD
We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.
The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.
Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.
You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.

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