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Upper Crust Food Service

Kitchen Assistant

Evanston, IL · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Our Chefs enjoy a lifestyle that is unmatched in the hospitality industry with very few late nights and weekend hours. Kitchen Assistants support the culinary team by preparing and executing food as ...

Upper Crust Food Service

Kitchen Assistant

Evanston, IL · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Our Chefs enjoy a lifestyle that is unmatched in the hospitality industry with very few late nights and weekend hours. Kitchen Assistants support the culinary team by preparing and executing food as ...

Primrose School

Kitchen Assistant

Lake Zurich, IL · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Follow the daily menu prepared in collaboration with or by the Director. * Assist with ordering food and calculating the amount needed. In order to inspire children to eat healthy, you need a school ...

Sharko's BBQ

Kitchen Prep PT and FT

Glen Ellyn, IL

$16 - $22/hr

Food Preparation: Assist in preparing ingredients, marinating meats, and assembling dishes to ... Must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. Schedule : Part-Time / ...

Sharko's BBQ

Kitchen Prep PT and FT

Glen Ellyn, IL

$16 - $22/hr

Food Preparation: Assist in preparing ingredients, marinating meats, and assembling dishes to ... Must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. Schedule : Part-Time / ...

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Kitchen Ambassador

Chicago, IL

$30/hr

About the Role We are hiring a Kitchen Ambassador to serve as Picnic's primary on site representative inside our cloud kitchen facilities. This role is essential to ensuring orders move accurately ...

Chick-fil-A

Kitchen Team Member

Orland Park, IL

$17 - $23/hr

Prepare, cook and present food safely, quickly and efficiently, meeting our standards * Assist in keeping the kitchen clean, hygienic and tidy, at all times * Keep up to date with current promotions ...

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How much do weekend kitchen assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend kitchen assistant in Chicago, IL is $15.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.85 and $17.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Kitchen Assistant vs Part-Time Kitchen Staff?

AspectWeekend Kitchen AssistantPart-Time Kitchen Staff
CredentialsBasic food safety and hygiene certifications often preferredSimilar certifications typically required
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, cafes, catering services, mainly weekendsRestaurants, cafes, catering, flexible hours
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in hospitality and food service sectorsWidely used across food service establishments
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for weekend work optionsCompared for flexible, part-time roles

The Weekend Kitchen Assistant and Part-Time Kitchen Staff roles share similar responsibilities and work environments, often requiring comparable certifications. The main difference lies in scheduling focus, with Weekend Kitchen Assistants primarily working on weekends, while Part-Time Kitchen Staff may have more flexible hours throughout the week. Both roles are essential in hospitality settings and are frequently searched for by individuals seeking flexible food service jobs.

Weekend Kitchen Assistant jobs near you
Infographic showing various Weekend Kitchen Assistant job openings in Chicago, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,013 per year, or $15.9 per hour.
Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant

Upper Crust Food Service

Evanston, IL • On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Upper Crust Food Service rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 68 rated caterers

Job description

Proudly serving Sororities and Fraternities, Upper Crust Food Service is known for freshness, quality, variety, and excellent customer service. Upper Crust Food Service began with a vision to solve a problem that many Fraternity and Sorority houses face. That problem is a lack of consistency and professionalism in the kitchen. With a focus on great food and personal service, we've remained true to our roots. Today, the chefs of Upper Crust Food Service prepare tens of thousands of meals weekly for students across the country.
At Upper Crust Food Service, YOU are the crucial ingredient for providing fresh healthy Greek life food nationwide. Our Chefs enjoy a lifestyle that is unmatched in the hospitality industry with very few late nights and weekend hours.
Kitchen Assistants support the culinary team by preparing and executing food as directed by the Head Chef and Sous Chef. They maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen, ensure equipment is in order, and stock supplies. Additionally, they assist with fostering a positive atmosphere with coworkers and customers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Prepare food as directed by Head Chef and/or Sous Chef
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room including but not limited to tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range, refrigeration equipment, and floors
  • Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes, etc.
  • Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars.
  • Assist in unloading and putting away deliveries
  • Maintain a positive and professional attitude with coworkers and customers
  • Sort and remove the trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
  • Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to work well as part of a team.
  • Understand various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
  • Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a variety of personalities and under pressure.
  • Be familiar with the industry's best practices

Preferred Education and Experience:
  • 2+ years in a full-service restaurant as a prep/line cook
  • Ability to pass a background check
  • Have a valid food safety handler and sanitation certification in accordance with state and local regulations or obtain one within 30 days of employment
  • High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.

Special Demands:
  • The work environment can be loud and busy. There are many kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery floors.
  • Capability to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold.
  • Required to stand for long periods, up to 8+ hours, as well as walk, bend and stoop.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
  • Exposure to cleaning chemicals

Upper Crust Food Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The pay range for this role is:
16 - 21 USD per hour (US High)

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