Traveling Kitchen Assistant

Sharp Spoon Network • Dallas, TX

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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. The role involves nationwide travel and deployments of approximately 30 days, followed by approximately 14 days off, with shifts of approximately 12 hours during deployments.

Compensation is $16 per hour plus applicable overtime, with potential weekly gross earnings of approximately $1,696 during qualifying deployments. Employees may receive a $45 daily per diem during qualifying deployments. Pay is weekly, lodging is provided during qualifying deployments, and company-paid travel may be available when applicable. Earnings and provisions depend on hours worked, eligibility, assignment requirements, and client requirements. Selected candidates are employed directly by the client, not Sharp Spoon Network.

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.
• Weekly pay.
• Lodging provided during qualifying deployments.
• 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