Basic kitchen equipment operation jobs

Prepare and cook food samples according to established cooking protocols and instructions.
Assist Sensory Lab Specialists with product preparation, test setup, serving, and kitchen clean-up.
Follow food safety, sanitation, and sensory kitchen best practices.
Operate basic kitchen equipment safely and consistently.
Organize products, ingredients, supplies, and equipment needed for sensory tests.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED

Skills

food preparation restaurant experience culinary experience kitchen experience food manufacturing experience follow detailed cooking instructions

Line Cook

Covenant Living · Posted Nov 11, 2026

Open

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
Full-time
$16–$22 per hour
3–4 years

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Prepare, cook, and present a variety of hot and cold food items for residents in a senior living/healthcare environment.

Compensation

$16.00 - $21.53 per hour

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook food to order
Operate grill station
Follow recipes and product directions
Measure and mix ingredients
Wash, peel, cut, shred fruits and vegetables

Requirements

High school diploma
Nice to have: Basic operation of kitchen equipment

Skills

Food preparation Cooking Knife skills Food safety ServSafe certification Basic kitchen equipment operation Reading recipes Temperature monitoring

Cook

Covenant Living · Posted Nov 11, 2026

Open

Plantation, Florida, United States
Full-time
$18–$24 per hour
3+ years

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Line Cook preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting food items for residents in a senior living/healthcare environment.

Compensation

$17.78 - $23.83 per hour

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook food to order
Operate grill station
Follow recipes and product directions
Measure and mix ingredients
Wash, peel, cut, shred fruits and vegetables

Requirements

High school diploma
Nice to have: Basic operation of kitchen equipment

Skills

Food preparation Knife skills Food safety ServSafe certification Basic kitchen equipment operation Reading and following recipes Temperature monitoring Sanitation practices

Culinary Service Associate

University of Notre Dame · Posted Nov 10, 2026

Open

Notre Dame, Indiana, United States
Contract
$18–$18 per hour

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The Culinary Service Associate (CSA) is a “back-of-house” position critical to ensuring all diners experience excellent food production and service.

Compensation

Pay Rate: $17.50/hr

Responsibilities

Maintain the cleanliness and visual appeal of serving lines, food displays, and condiment stations throughout service hours
Assist with basic food preparation tasks such as washing and cutting vegetables, portioning ingredients, preparing simple salads, or assembling sandwiches/wraps as directed by culinary staff
Monitor and replenish food items on serving lines, ensuring a continuous supply and alerting cooks to low stock
Operate and maintain basic kitchen equipment safely, such as toasters, warmers, beverage dispensers, and coffee machines
Clean and sanitize workstations, serving utensils, and equipment before, during, and after shifts

Skills

cleaning kitchen equipment food preparation basic kitchen equipment operation inventory management dish machine

Head Cook

Suite Living Senior Care · Posted Nov 10, 2026

Open

Lakeville, Minnesota, United States
Full-time
$24–$26 per hour

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Lead kitchen operations, prepare meals, manage inventory, ensure food safety and quality for residents in a senior living community.

Compensation

PAY RANGE: $24-26/hr

Responsibilities

Prepare meals according to menu using batch cooking methods
Ensure meals are presented and served within customer service standards
Maintain cleanliness of dining room and kitchen
Operate kitchen equipment safely
Manage inventory and order supplies

Requirements

High School Diploma
Nice to have: Experience in a Senior Living community

Skills

Cooking Nutrition Food safety Inventory management Communication Emergency decision making Basic kitchen equipment operation

Kitchen/Dough Master

CEC Entertainment · Posted Nov 9, 2026

Open

Decatur, Alabama, United States

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Kitchen workers and Dough Masters help feed the fun by preparing orders and assisting with food/dough making in a no-fry kitchen.

Responsibilities

Prepare orders and assist with food/dough making
Follow recipes and food preparation procedures
Clean and organize the kitchen and other restaurant areas
Receive deliveries and put away products and supplies
Lift or carry objects weighing 0-50 pounds during scheduled shifts

Skills

Food preparation Recipe following Kitchen cleaning Lifting 0-50 lbs Basic kitchen equipment operation

Benefits

Telemedicine
Early wage access
401(k) retirement plan
Employee meal discounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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Cook Part-Time

Covenant Living Communities and Services · Posted Nov 9, 2026

Open

Turlock, California, United States
Part-time
$20–$23 per hour
3–4 years

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Compensation

$20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook food to order
Operate kitchen equipment
Follow recipes and safety protocols
Maintain sanitation
Record temperatures

Requirements

High school diploma
Nice to have: Basic operation of kitchen equipment
Nice to have: Intermediate to advanced knife experience

Skills

Cooking Food preparation Knife skills Sanitation Food safety ServSafe Food handler permit Basic kitchen equipment operation Kitchen equipment

Line Cook

Covenant Living · Posted Nov 6, 2026

Open

Batavia, Illinois, United States
Full-time
$18–$24 per hour
3–4 years

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Prepare, cook, and present a variety of hot and cold food items for residents in a senior living/healthcare environment, ensuring sanitation and compliance with regulations.

Compensation

$17.78 - $23.83 per hour

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook food to order
Operate grill station and kitchen equipment
Follow recipes and production sheets
Maintain sanitation and safety standards
Record temperatures and inventory

Requirements

High school diploma
Nice to have: Basic operation of kitchen equipment

Skills

Food preparation Cooking Sanitation Knife skills ServSafe certification Food handler permit Basic kitchen equipment operation Kitchen equipment