Chef-in-Training: Grow Your Culinary Career

DIG INN Restaurant Teams; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth in team environment

Competitive pay and tips

Paid time off

401K

Parental leave

Holidays off

Flexible scheduling

Complimentary DIG lunch

Commuter benefits

Job summary

DIG INN Restaurant Teams is seeking a Chef-in-Training in New York, NY. Earn $17–$18 per hour, plus $2–$3 per hour in tips, in a scratch-based kitchen role designed to develop culinary skills and leadership.

You will rotate through multiple stations, learn about seasonality, and engage with guests to create exceptional, scratch-made meals while supporting the team during busy periods. DIG emphasizes growth, safety, and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Passion for real, good food and eagerness to learn culinary practices.
• Willingness to develop leadership skills in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to perform physical tasks as required in a kitchen environment.
• Commitment to DIG’s anti-discrimination and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook vegetables, proteins, grains using recipes as a guide and taste for validation.
• Gain exposure to garde manger, grill, roast, market line, guest concierge and delivery/packout stations.
• Discuss current menu offerings, seasonality and ingredients with guests to provide a scratch-made meal.
• Support the team during peak and off-peak service by pitching in wherever needed.
• Multi-task and move in the kitchen for extended periods; lifting up to 25–50 pounds as required.
• Maintain safety standards and uphold DIG food safety policies.
• Demonstrate professional maturity and uphold anti-harassment policies.
• Contribute to the mission of rebuilding the food system.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Adaptability

Job description

DIG INN Restaurant Teams is seeking a Chef-in-Training in New York, NY. Earn $17–$18 per hour, plus $2–$3 per hour in tips, in a scratch-based kitchen role designed to develop culinary skills and leadership.

You will rotate through multiple stations, learn about seasonality, and engage with guests to create exceptional, scratch-made meals while supporting the team during busy periods. DIG emphasizes growth, safety, and inclusivity.