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Cook - Kitchen Assistant

The Westerner
West Valley, UT Part Time
POSTED ON 5/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/6/2027

The Westerner is currently hiring for a part-time Cook - Kitchen Assistant to assist in food preparation and order assembly in the West Valley City, UT area. This restaurant position earns a competitive wage of $18 per hour.

In addition to competitive pay and our supportive culture, we offer our part-time Cook - Kitchen Assistants the following benefits:

  • Health and dental insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)

So, now that you've learned the who, what, where, and why, you may be wondering HOW to join our restaurant team. It's easy! If you are interested in this food service position, just fill out our initial mobile-friendly online application. We hope to meet you soon!


DAY-TO-DAY

As a Cook - Kitchen Assistant, you arrive each day determined to ensure that every meal meets our established guidelines in food service as well as adheres to any special requests. You prepare the fresh ingredients, so they are ready to be used for our delicious barbecue and sides. With attention to detail, you assemble and plate meals in an appealing manner. To make sure that properly cooked meals get out to guests in a timely manner, you communicate effectively with other kitchen and front-of-house staff while staying organized, coordinated, and efficient.

You always maintain the cleanliness of food prep areas and follow food sanitation standards to the letter. With a friendly attitude and professional approach towards coworkers and guests alike, you contribute greatly to the success of our restaurant. You find great satisfaction in providing our guests with a delicious meal that lives up to our standards of quality!


ABOUT THE WESTERNER

We are The Westerner, and we are proud to bring authentic, delicious barbeque to Salt Lake City. Our hearts go into every meal we make, which is why everything we serve is made fresh in-house. From our quality smoked meat to our tasty sides, nothing is frozen or prepackaged! We use only the best ingredients we can find, sourcing them from local vendors whenever possible. Our pride comes from serving delectable meals that keep our customers wanting more!

We believe in curating a fun environment for both our customers and our employees. Strong long-term relationships help build long-term success, so we strive to keep our guests and our team happy. We respect and listen to our employees, and we encourage them to share their opinions and voice suggestions for improvement. Our team enjoys competitive compensation and solid benefits as well as opportunities to learn and develop their skills.



OUR IDEAL COOK - KITCHEN ASSISTANT

  • Effective communicator - great communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Adaptable - works with confidence in a fast-paced setting
  • Team player - works well with other food service team members

If this sounds like you, keep reading!


REQUIREMENTS FOR A COOK - KITCHEN ASSISTANT

  • 18 years of age
  • Ability to acquire a Salt Lake County health department food handler's permit within 7 days of hire

If you meet the above requirements, we need you. Apply today to join our restaurant team as a part-time Cook - Kitchen Assistant!

Location: 84119

Salary : $18

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