Don’t do this for money - Kitchen Assistant Sur La Table Employee Review

2.0
Feb 16, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

Work with experienced chefs Snacks Employee discount

Cons

Horrible hours Low pay Disorganized Disrespect Gets boring Night classes can run very late, and managers were inconsiderate about scheduling requirements for asisstants working multiple jobs

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5.0
Jun 12, 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
Jun 8, 2026
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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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