Chef‑in‑Training: Launch Your Scratch Kitchen Career

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

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Tips included

Paid time off

401K programming

Parental leave

Holidays off

Flexible scheduling

DIG lunch

Commuter benefits

Job summary

DIG INN Restaurant Teams in Philadelphia is hiring a Chef-in-Training to join our scratch-based kitchens. This position offers hourly pay of $16-$18 plus $2-$3/hour in tips and additional benefits.

You will develop culinary skills, leadership, and fast-paced kitchen experience in a community focused on real good food. You will explore multiple kitchen stations, assist during service, and learn to uphold DIG's safety standards while contributing to a mission to rebuild the food system.

Qualifications

• A passion for real, good food and a desire to learn culinary practices and skills.
• Ability to demonstrate and execute a strong work ethic.
• Capability to perform physical requirements (lifting up to 25 lbs, up to 50 lbs).
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Team-oriented mindset and support for restaurant success.

Responsibilities

• Prep, mix, and cook vegetables, proteins, grains using recipes.
• Gain exposure to kitchen stations (garde manger, grill, roast, market line).
• Discuss current menu offerings, seasonality, and ingredients with guests.
• Support team during peak and off-peak service as needed.
• Follow DIG food safety standards and anti-discrimination policies.

Skills

Food passion

Strong work ethic

Physical capability

Communication skills

Team oriented

Attention to detail

Tools

DIG restaurant systems

Job description

DIG INN Restaurant Teams in Philadelphia is hiring a Chef-in-Training to join our scratch-based kitchens. This position offers hourly pay of $16-$18 plus $2-$3/hour in tips and additional benefits.

You will develop culinary skills, leadership, and fast-paced kitchen experience in a community focused on real good food. You will explore multiple kitchen stations, assist during service, and learn to uphold DIG's safety standards while contributing to a mission to rebuild the food system.