Entry Level Kitchen Helper Jobs
New grad kitchen helper jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a willingness to learn and any hands-on food service or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Construction & Real Estate, Energy, and Technology & Software, with employers like TIC - The Industrial Company, U-Haul, and BayCare Health System hiring at this level now.
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SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Assists Maintenance Supervisor as directed.
BENEFITS:
- Competitive salary.
- Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision packages.
- Employer-paid basic life policy with competitive buy-up options.
- Disability insurance.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Additional duties, which are necessary to carry out the function of the Maintenance Worker, may be assigned and are incorporated by reference into this job description.
- Responsible for assisting the Maintenance Supervisor as skills may allow.
- Responsible for such functions including, but not limited to, changing light bulbs, painting, electrical, and assisting in lift equipment maintenance.
- Reports to work on time, as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor, and completes all duties in a timely manner.
- Performs above listed duties in a cooperative, capable manner, processing the information effectively and communicating the information as needed effectively.
- All personnel within this job description shall be subject to cross-training into jobs within the organization based on Company needs.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands of this job include light physical activity performing light strenuous activities of an administrative, productive and/or technical nature that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands or arms.
- The employee is frequently required to talk or hear and occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
- The employee must regularly lift up to 25 pounds. The employee must frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The employee environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a warehouse environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly work in wet humid conditions, near moving mechanical parts and in outdoor weather conditions. The employee must frequently work in fumes or airborne particles and occasionally work in high, precarious places, with toxic or caustic chemicals, in extreme cold and with the risk of electrical shock. The noise level of the work environment is usually loud.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Assists Maintenance Supervisor as directed.
BENEFITS:
- Competitive salary.
- Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision packages.
- Employer-paid basic life policy with competitive buy-up options.
- Disability insurance.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Additional duties, which are necessary to carry out the function of the Maintenance Worker, may be assigned and are incorporated by reference into this job description.
- Responsible for assisting the Maintenance Supervisor as skills may allow.
- Responsible for such functions including, but not limited to, changing light bulbs, painting, electrical, and assisting in lift equipment maintenance.
- Reports to work on time, as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor, and completes all duties in a timely manner.
- Performs above listed duties in a cooperative, capable manner, processing the information effectively and communicating the information as needed effectively.
- All personnel within this job description shall be subject to cross-training into jobs within the organization based on Company needs.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands of this job include light physical activity performing light strenuous activities of an administrative, productive and/or technical nature that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands or arms.
- The employee is frequently required to talk or hear and occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
- The employee must regularly lift up to 25 pounds. The employee must frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The employee environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a warehouse environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly work in wet humid conditions, near moving mechanical parts and in outdoor weather conditions. The employee must frequently work in fumes or airborne particles and occasionally work in high, precarious places, with toxic or caustic chemicals, in extreme cold and with the risk of electrical shock. The noise level of the work environment is usually loud.
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Entry Level Kitchen Helper Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level kitchen helper job?
Entry level kitchen helper positions prioritize reliability, a positive attitude, and basic familiarity with food safety practices over years of experience. Candidates who list any hands-on food handling, volunteer cooking, or school cafeteria work give themselves an edge. ServSafe Food Handler certification is widely recognized by employers and takes only a few hours to complete, making it a practical step for first-time applicants.
Which companies hire entry level kitchen helpers?
Companies hiring entry level kitchen helpers right now include TIC - The Industrial Company, U-Haul, and BayCare Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hospitals, school districts, hotel chains, and casual dining restaurants make up a large share of employers actively hiring at this level.
Are there remote entry level kitchen helper jobs?
Yes, though kitchen helper work is predominantly on-site given the hands-on nature of food preparation and kitchen operations. About 0% of entry level kitchen helper openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in food production planning or administrative kitchen support roles rather than traditional kitchen floor positions.
Are these new grad kitchen helper jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and counts internships, culinary school practicums, or a portfolio of cooking projects as qualifying background, so recent graduates entering the workforce are competitive for these openings.
Which industries hire the most entry level kitchen helpers?
Entry Level kitchen helper roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Energy, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent entry level hiring because high customer volume, daily food service demands, and frequent staff turnover create steady openings for candidates just starting out.