Traveling Kitchen Assistant

Sharp Spoon Network • San Antonio, TX

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Sharp Spoon Network is recruiting Traveling Kitchen Assistants for a national leader in disaster response and large-scale culinary operations. Assist professional chefs with preparing and serving quality meals in high-volume kitchens across the country. Candidates should have at least one year of professional fine-dining experience and be willing to travel nationwide. Assignments are approximately 30 days on followed by 14 days off, with approximately 12-hour shifts during deployments. Compensation is $16 per hour plus applicable overtime, with potential weekly gross earnings of approximately $1,696 during qualifying deployments. A $45 daily per diem, lodging, and company-paid travel may be provided during qualifying deployments, subject to eligibility and client requirements. Pay is weekly. Selected candidates will be employed directly by the client, not Sharp Spoon Network. Estimated earnings are illustrative and not guaranteed; actual pay depends on hours worked, overtime eligibility, and assignment requirements.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of professional fine-dining experience.
• Hands-on experience with food preparation or kitchen support in a professional kitchen.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and kitchen sanitation.
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel nationwide, work approximately 12-hour shifts, and complete 30-day assignments followed by approximately 14 days off.
• Willingness to complete required background screening, drug testing, and onboarding.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in upscale restaurants, luxury hotels, or fine-dining kitchens is especially relevant.
• High-volume banquet, catering, or large-scale culinary experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs with food preparation, portioning, plating, and meal service.
• Prepare ingredients and support high-volume breakfast, lunch, and dinner operations.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen workstations.
• Support dishwashing, stocking, food storage, and kitchen setup.
• Follow food safety procedures and work closely with culinary leadership.

Benefits

• $16 per hour plus applicable overtime.
• Potential weekly gross earnings of approximately $1,696 during qualifying deployments; earnings are illustrative and not guaranteed.
• $45 daily per diem during qualifying deployments, subject to eligibility and client requirements.
• Weekly pay.
• Lodging provided during qualifying deployments, subject to eligibility and client requirements.
• Company-paid travel when applicable.
• Approximately 30 days on assignment followed by 14 days off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed