Assistant Resident Chef - Assistant Resident Chef Sur La Table Employee Review

1.0
8 Jun 2018
Recommend
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Pros

The only pro is the employee discount however the electronic discount is now only 40% on 2 items twice a year. Original incentive was a 40% discount every month on an electric appliance.

Cons

The hours are terrible, no set schedule late nights and early mornings are the norm. As the assistant you're basically doing all the grunt work for the Resident Chef. Over worked and under paid is the mantra for Sur La Table. Hired low hourly rate and very difficult to get a raise once you have time in position. The ask over the summer is far to great for the actual pay salary or hourly. Work long hours with no mandatory breaks yet your expected to clock in and out and still work over your break to get the job done.

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5.0
12 Jun 2026
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Pros

- Very fun work - Get to work with professional chefs - You will actually learn more about cooking in this position than you will taking the classes - Employee discounts

Cons

- Low pay with no opportunity for advancement, not a career path - Sometimes kitchen is understaffed, putting a lot of pressure on you

1.0
8 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I gained lots of knowledge & was inspired to cook.

Cons

What was once a fun job, became chaotic & sad!

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