Traveling Kitchen Assistant

Sharp Spoon Network • Beaumont, TX

17d

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 meals in high-volume kitchens across the country. The role involves nationwide travel and assignments of approximately 30 days, followed by approximately 14 days off. Deployments involve approximately 12-hour shifts. Candidates are employed directly by the client, not Sharp Spoon Network.

Compensation is $16 per hour plus applicable overtime, with estimated weekly gross earnings of approximately $1,696 during qualifying deployments. Eligible deployments include a $45 daily per diem, and lodging is provided. Pay is weekly, and company-paid travel is provided when applicable. Estimated earnings are illustrative and not guaranteed; actual pay depends on hours worked, overtime eligibility, and assignment requirements. Per diem, lodging, and travel provisions are subject to eligibility and client 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 and subject to eligibility and client requirements.
• Approximately 30 days on assignment followed by 14 days off.

What This Job Offers

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