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Nutrition Services Cook

at Ascension
Buffalo, NY, USA|Onsite
Exact $18.25

Exact $18.25

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

comprehensive health coverage

comprehensive health coverage

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prescription coverage

Prescription coverage

HSA/FSA options

HSA/FSA options

Financial Security

Financial Security

403(b) Retirement Plan

403(b) Retirement Plan

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Holidays

Career growth resources

Career growth resources

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Counseling

Counseling

Peer support

Peer support

Spiritual care

Spiritual care

Parental leave

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Adoption assistance

legal insurance

legal insurance

Pet insurance

Pet insurance

Transportation savings

Transportation savings

Barista

at Starbucks
Buffalo, NY, USA|Onsite
From $16.75 to $19.01

From $16.75 to $19.01

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Paid sick time

Holiday pay

Holiday pay

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition coverage

Tuition coverage

Financial well-being tools

Financial well-being tools

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Shift Supervisor

at Starbucks
Buffalo, NY, USA|Onsite
From $21.27 to $24.14

From $21.27 to $24.14

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

401k

401k

stock purchase plan

stock purchase plan

Tuition coverage

Tuition coverage

Student loan management

Student loan management

Financial well-being tools

Financial well-being tools

backup care

backup care

DACA reimbursement

DACA reimbursement

Service Leader

at Chipotle
Buffalo, NY, USA|Onsite
From $19.35 to $21.53

From $19.35 to $21.53

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Free Food

Free Food

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Digital Tips

Digital Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

holiday closures

holiday closures

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Cook | Team Dining | Buffalo Bills

at AEG
Buffalo, NY, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $21.00

From $19.00 to $21.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

Opportunity to work at a state-of-the-art stadium

Opportunity to work at a state-of-the-art stadium

Experience in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Experience in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive and respectful workplace culture

Inclusive and respectful workplace culture

comprehensive safety training

comprehensive safety training

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

Kitchen Leader

at Chipotle
Buffalo, NY, USA|Onsite
From $17.90 to $19.93

From $17.90 to $19.93

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Free Food

Free Food

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Digital Tips

Digital Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

holiday closures

holiday closures

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Cook

at Metz Culinary Management
Buffalo, NY, USA|Onsite
From $17.58 to $18.67

From $17.58 to $18.67

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Fun and fast-paced environment

Fun and fast-paced environment

Daily Pay Option

Daily Pay Option

supportive team culture

supportive team culture

Employee Assistance Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Health and safety compliance

Health and safety compliance

Shift Supervisor

at Starbucks
Buffalo, NY, USA|Onsite
From $21.27 to $24.14

From $21.27 to $24.14

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition coverage

Tuition coverage

Shift Supervisor

at Starbucks
Buffalo, NY, USA|
From $21.27 to $24.14

From $21.27 to $24.14

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

basic life insurance

basic life insurance

supplemental life insurance

supplemental life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Sick Time

Sick Time

Holiday pay

Holiday pay

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

stock purchase program

stock purchase program

Tuition coverage

Tuition coverage

Cake Decorator

at Costco
Buffalo, NY, USA|
From $13.50 to $17.50

From $13.50 to $17.50

Hourly

Hourly

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

hearing aid coverage

hearing aid coverage

pharmacy benefits

pharmacy benefits

behavioral health support

behavioral health support

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Health Care Reimbursement Account

Health Care Reimbursement Account

Dependent Care Assistance Plan

Dependent Care Assistance Plan

short-term disability insurance

short-term disability insurance

long-term disability insurance

long-term disability insurance

accidental death and dismemberment insurance

accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

401k plan

401k plan

stock purchase plan

stock purchase plan

Line Cook

at Applebee's
Buffalo, NY, USA|Onsite
From $17.00 to $19.00

From $17.00 to $19.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

free shift meal

free shift meal

401(k)

401(k)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Sushi Team Member

at Wegmans Food Markets
Depew, NY, USA|Onsite
From $16.50 to $17.00

From $16.50 to $17.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Higher premium pay

Higher premium pay

Health care benefits

Health care benefits

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

scholarship program

scholarship program

LiveWell Employee & Family program

LiveWell Employee & Family program

17 Entry Level Chef Jobs in Buffalo, NY - May 2026

Browse 17 entry level Chef jobs in Buffalo, NY. Entry level roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.

Hiring Demand for Entry Level Chef Jobs in Buffalo, NY

Employers in Buffalo, NY are actively hiring entry level Chef staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent Entry Level Chef Openings

There have been 2 new jobs for Chef positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.

Entry Level Chef Salary in Buffalo, NY

Entry level Chef pay in Buffalo, NY typically ranges from $25,000 per year to $55,000 per year, with average earnings near $35,000 per year or $16.83 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $25,000 per year
  • Average wage: $35,000 per year or $16.83 per hour
  • Highest wage: $55,000 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

Apply online for entry level Chef roles in Buffalo, NY using OysterLink. Use filters to narrow your search:

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  • Experience level - entry level only
  • Work schedule - full time, part time, seasonal
  • Shift timing

Many listings support quick apply with a simple application flow.

Why Entry Level Chef Jobs Are Common in Buffalo, NY

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Buffalo, NY create steady demand for entry level Chef positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Chef Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Chef roles in Buffalo, NY include:

    Chef Job Benefits and Perks in Buffalo, NY

    Many entry level Chef jobs in Buffalo, NY offer PTO, 401k, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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