Aspiring Chef in Training - Hands-On Kitchen Growth

DIG INN Restaurant Teams; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Competitive pay + tips

Paid Time Off

401K programming

Parental leave

Holidays off

Flexible scheduling

Free DIG lunch

Job summary

DIG INN Restaurant Teams is hiring a CHEF-IN-TRAINING to join our scratch-based kitchen in Boston. You will learn culinary skills, work across stations, and develop leadership abilities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

We value real, delicious food and a culture of growth, inclusion, and community. This role offers hands-on training, tips, and benefits as you advance in our brigade.

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for real, good food and a desire to learn culinary practices and skills.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and reliability.
• Team-oriented focus and collaboration with restaurant team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire for growth in the kitchen brigade and role progression.
• Eye for detail and problem solving in a fast-paced service environment.

Responsibilities

• Prep, mix, and cook vegetables, proteins, grains using recipes as a guide and taste buds for validation.
• Gain exposure to different stations within the DIG kitchen (garde manger, grill, roast, market line, guest concierge, and delivery/packout).
• Discuss current menu offerings, seasonality, and ingredients with guests to provide scratch-made meals.
• Support the team during peak and off-peak service by pitching in wherever needed.
• Multi-task and move in the kitchen for extended periods; physical requirements may involve lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Maintain DIG’s food safety standards and uphold anti-discrimination policies.
• Demonstrate professional maturity and commitment to inclusivity in the workplace.
• Contribute to rebuilding the food system as part of a larger mission.

Skills

Food passion

Strong work ethic

Team player

Communication skills

Growth mindset

Attention to detail

Job description

DIG INN Restaurant Teams is hiring a CHEF-IN-TRAINING to join our scratch-based kitchen in Boston. You will learn culinary skills, work across stations, and develop leadership abilities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

We value real, delicious food and a culture of growth, inclusion, and community. This role offers hands-on training, tips, and benefits as you advance in our brigade.