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Temporary Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef Jobs in Mobile, AL

Cook

Bay Minette, AL

$14 - $18.75/hr

Set up the kitchen before opening * Follow recipe guidelines to meet or exceed customers ... chef's knives. The employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, and fire. The noise level in the ...

Cook

Orange Beach, AL · On-site

$12 - $16.25/hr

Set up kitchen before opening * Follow recipe guidelines to meet or exceed customers' expectations ... mixer and chef's knives. The employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, and fire. The noise ...

Cook

Bay Minette, AL · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

Set up the kitchen before opening * Follow recipe guidelines to meet or exceed customers ... chef's knives. The employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, and fire. The noise level in the ...

Cook

Orange Beach, AL

$12 - $16.25/hr

Set up kitchen before opening * Follow recipe guidelines to meet or exceed customers' expectations ... mixer and chef's knives. The employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, and fire. The noise ...

Cook

Foley, AL · On-site

$12 - $16/hr

Set up the kitchen before opening * Follow recipe guidelines to meet or exceed customers ... mixer and chef's knives. The employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, and fire. The noise ...

Cook

Foley, AL · On-site

$12 - $16/hr

Set up the kitchen before opening * Follow recipe guidelines to meet or exceed customers ... mixer and chef's knives. The employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, and fire. The noise ...

Cook

Bay Minette, AL · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

Set up the kitchen before opening * Follow recipe guidelines to meet or exceed customers ... chef's knives. The employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, and fire. The noise level in the ...

Fooder Runner/Expo

Fairhope, AL · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

... Cooper Restaurants Recipe Book (examples: butter, parsley, lemon) and immediately trays and ... Assists Chef and other kitchen personnel in accomplishing closing duties and kitchen cleanliness ...

... Cooper Restaurants Recipe Book (examples: butter, parsley, lemon) and immediately trays and ... Assists Chef and other kitchen personnel in accomplishing closing duties and kitchen cleanliness ...

Lead Cook

Point Clear, AL

$16 - $20.25/hr

As a Lead Cook, you will supervise the kitchen staff in the absence of the Chef and ensure the ... Ongoing training and development with room for career advancement. Join us at the Grand Hotel Golf ...

Lead Cook

Point Clear, AL · On-site

$16 - $20.25/hr

As a Lead Cook, you will supervise the kitchen staff in the absence of the Chef and ensure the ... Ongoing training and development with room for career advancement. Join us at the Grand Hotel Golf ...

Lead Cook

Point Clear, AL · On-site

$16 - $20.25/hr

As a Lead Cook, you will supervise the kitchen staff in the absence of the Chef and ensure the ... Ongoing training and development with room for career advancement. Join us at the Grand Hotel Golf ...

... kitchen equipment is clean and in proper working condition, notifying supervisors and chefs of any ... Ongoing training and development with room for career advancement. Join us at the Grand Hotel Golf ...

Pastry Prep Cook (Part Time)

Point Clear, AL · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

With nine unique dining venues on the property, talented chefs curate inventive breakfast, lunch ... As a Pastry Prep Cook, you will play a crucial role in supporting the pastry kitchen, preparing ...

Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including ... Agency / Temporary Experience Level: Entry Level Remote Type: On-site Job Family: Quality ...

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Temporary Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef information

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How much do temporary test kitchen recipe development chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary test kitchen recipe development chef in Mobile, AL is $24.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.68 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef vs Test Kitchen Assistant?

AspectTemporary Test Kitchen Recipe Development ChefTest Kitchen Assistant
CredentialsCulinary degree, experience in recipe developmentBasic culinary training or related experience
Work EnvironmentTest kitchens, recipe testing, development projectsAssisting chefs, prep work, ingredient management
Employer & Industry UsageFood brands, publishers, product development firmsTest kitchens, food companies, media outlets
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding recipe development rolesSupporting roles in test kitchens

The Temporary Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef focuses on creating and testing new recipes, often working independently on development projects. In contrast, the Test Kitchen Assistant supports the chef by preparing ingredients, organizing testing sessions, and assisting with routine tasks. Both roles are essential in food product development environments, but the chef holds more responsibility for innovation and recipe creation.

What cities near Mobile, AL are hiring for Temporary Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef jobs? Cities near Mobile, AL with the most Temporary Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef job openings:
Infographic showing various Temporary Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef job openings in Mobile, AL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,832 per year, or $24.4 per hour.

$14 - $18.75/hr

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Job description

Description

Summary/Objective

The cook is responsible for preparing and/or directing the preparation of food to be served, complying with all applicable sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards, and following established food production programs and procedures. The cook is responsible for the appropriate use of facility supplies and equipment to minimize loss, waste, and fraud.


Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Cooks will be expected to perform a variety of duties, including but not limited to those listed below:


1. Line Cook

  • Preparing high-quality food items for our customers utilizing methods such as grilling, steaming, and frying.
  • Following company recipe and presentation guidelines to meet or exceed guests' expectations
  • Coordinating food orders to support timely and efficient delivery to each table
  • Ensuring proper food safety and sanitation standards to ensure guest safety
  • Meeting special customer requests while ensuring the same high-quality standards

2. Production. Preparing portions and food items while:

  • Set up the kitchen before opening
  • Follow recipe guidelines to meet or exceed customers' expectations
  • Prep food
  • Portion food
  • Stock the alley and line with items needed to complete orders on time
  • Ensure proper food safety and sanitation standards
  • Shuck oysters
  • Peel shrimp
  • Set up soup station

3. Utility

  • Clean dishes, silverware, glassware, utensils, pots, and pans, etc.
  • Stock and restock supplies
  • Break down and clean the kitchen, mats, and equipment at closing
  • Sweep, spray and mop floors
  • Maintain sparkling clean restrooms, kitchen, and parking lot (pick up debris and sweep when necessary)
  • Make orders
  • Check-in deliveries
  • Label and date food for freshness rotation
  • Put away deliveries
  • Filter and dispose of grease
  • Take out trash

4. Other

  • Report to work on time in a neat and clean uniform. Well-groomed hair and personal hygiene are essential.
  • Maintain adherence to all Company policies and procedures.
  • Other duties as directed by management.
  • Report to required meetings.

Requirements

Competencies and Skills

  • Collaboration Skills.
  • Customer/Client Focus.
  • Flexibility
  • Stress Management/Composure
  • Multi-task oriented.
  • Organizational Skills
  • Basic mathematical, reading, and writing skills.
  • Excellent communication skills (including asking for clarification on tasks, policies, and procedures).
  • Knowledge of workplace safety procedures
  • Must have a good command of the English language, both oral and written.
  • Must be attentive.
  • Must report to work when scheduled and on time with a positive attitude.
  • Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates.
  • Must complete ServSafe Food Handler training.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.


Work Environment

This job operates in a kitchen environment, housed with equipment such as an oven, stove, dishwasher, slicer, steamer, mixer, and chef's knives. The employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, and fire. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. The employee may be exposed to hazards including, but are not limited to, cuts, slipping, tripping, falls, and burns.

Frequent hand washing is required.


Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push

and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.


Travel

No travel is expected for this position.