Traveling Kitchen Assistant

Sharp Spoon Network • Dallas, TX

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Sharp Spoon Network is recruiting Traveling Kitchen Assistants to work for a national leader in disaster response and large-scale culinary operations. Assist professional chefs in preparing and serving meals in high-volume kitchens across the country. The position involves nationwide travel and assignments of approximately 30 days, followed by approximately 14 days off. During deployments, shifts are approximately 12 hours. Compensation is $16 per hour plus applicable overtime, with illustrative potential weekly gross earnings of approximately $1,696 during qualifying deployments. Pay is weekly. A $45 daily per diem, lodging, and company-paid travel when applicable are provided subject to eligibility, qualifying deployments, and client requirements. Candidates selected for the role will be employed directly by the client, not Sharp Spoon Network.

Requirements

• At least one 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 assignments of approximately 30 days 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

• $45 daily per diem during qualifying deployments, subject to eligibility and client requirements.
• Lodging provided during qualifying deployments, subject to eligibility and client requirements.
• Company-paid travel when applicable, subject to eligibility and client requirements.
• Weekly pay.
• Approximately 14 days off following approximately 30 days on assignment.

What This Job Offers

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