Entry Level Kitchen Designer Jobs
New grad kitchen designer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Hospitality & Tourism, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like Pacific Rim, Popeyes, and Camp Manitou hiring at this level now.
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KITCHEN OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
Department: Property Management
Reports To: Property Manager
Location: Barracks / Kitchen Sites
Position Summary
The Kitchen Operations Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily activities of kitchen staff within employee housing facilities. This role ensures that food preparation, handling, and sanitation practices are performed in accordance with established standards while supporting overall kitchen operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee the daily work activities of kitchen staff to ensure proper food preparation and sanitation practices
- Assign tasks and monitor staff performance to ensure work is completed in a timely and compliant manner
- Provide guidance and instruction to kitchen personnel on food handling, safety procedures, and sanitation requirements
- Assist in scheduling staff to ensure adequate coverage for kitchen operations
- Monitor kitchen operations and report performance or operational concerns to management
- Conduct routine inspections of kitchen areas and ensure adherence to established food safety and sanitation standards
- Assist in implementing corrective actions to address identified deficiencies
- Support inventory tracking and restocking of kitchen supplies and materials
- Coordinate with management regarding staffing, operational needs, and supply requirements
- Maintain basic records related to inspections, sanitation, and kitchen operations
- Assist with coordination of maintenance or vendor services as needed
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous experience in food service or kitchen operations required
- Experience leading or coordinating small teams preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- Ability to supervise and coordinate staff activities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow and enforce established procedures
- Basic organizational and problem-solving skills
Work Environment
Work is performed in kitchen facilities within barracks and may include exposure to heat, humidity, and cleaning chemicals. Requires regular movement between kitchen locations.
Additional Requirements / Conditions of Employment
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record
- Must hold a current ServSafe Certification
- Must possess a valid Health Certificate (as required by local regulations)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
- Work schedule may vary based on operational needs
Other Duties
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Duties may change depending on company needs, housing occupancy, or operational requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
PEAK Pacific Construction, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
KITCHEN OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
Department: Property Management
Reports To: Property Manager
Location: Barracks / Kitchen Sites
Position Summary
The Kitchen Operations Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily activities of kitchen staff within employee housing facilities. This role ensures that food preparation, handling, and sanitation practices are performed in accordance with established standards while supporting overall kitchen operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee the daily work activities of kitchen staff to ensure proper food preparation and sanitation practices
- Assign tasks and monitor staff performance to ensure work is completed in a timely and compliant manner
- Provide guidance and instruction to kitchen personnel on food handling, safety procedures, and sanitation requirements
- Assist in scheduling staff to ensure adequate coverage for kitchen operations
- Monitor kitchen operations and report performance or operational concerns to management
- Conduct routine inspections of kitchen areas and ensure adherence to established food safety and sanitation standards
- Assist in implementing corrective actions to address identified deficiencies
- Support inventory tracking and restocking of kitchen supplies and materials
- Coordinate with management regarding staffing, operational needs, and supply requirements
- Maintain basic records related to inspections, sanitation, and kitchen operations
- Assist with coordination of maintenance or vendor services as needed
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous experience in food service or kitchen operations required
- Experience leading or coordinating small teams preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- Ability to supervise and coordinate staff activities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow and enforce established procedures
- Basic organizational and problem-solving skills
Work Environment
Work is performed in kitchen facilities within barracks and may include exposure to heat, humidity, and cleaning chemicals. Requires regular movement between kitchen locations.
Additional Requirements / Conditions of Employment
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record
- Must hold a current ServSafe Certification
- Must possess a valid Health Certificate (as required by local regulations)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
- Work schedule may vary based on operational needs
Other Duties
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Duties may change depending on company needs, housing occupancy, or operational requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
PEAK Pacific Construction, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
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Entry Level Kitchen Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level kitchen designer job?
Build a portfolio first, even if the projects are school work, personal redesigns, or unpaid client collaborations. Employers at this level look for CAD proficiency, familiarity with design software like 20-20 or Chief Architect, and an eye for spatial planning. A strong internship or a well-documented capstone project can outweigh a thin resume when you're applying to your first role.
Which companies hire entry level kitchen designers?
Companies hiring entry level kitchen designers right now include Pacific Rim, Popeyes, and Camp Manitou, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from kitchen and bath showrooms, home improvement retailers, residential remodeling firms, and custom cabinetry studios that build their design teams from the ground up.
Are there remote entry level kitchen designer jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site or hybrid given the hands-on nature of client consultations and showroom work. About 0% of entry level kitchen designer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, concentrated mostly in design-support, drafting, or rendering roles where the work can be done independently.
Are these new grad kitchen designer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior kitchen designer roles alongside other entry level openings. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects as qualifying background, or calls out a portfolio in place of a work history. Look for language like "will train" or "entry level welcome" as reliable signals.
Which industries hire the most entry level kitchen designers?
Entry Level kitchen designer roles concentrate in Education, Hospitality & Tourism, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on a steady pipeline of junior designers to staff showrooms, support senior designers on residential projects, and handle the drafting and client communication work that keeps production moving.