Culinary Apprentice — Grow Skills, Earn Tips

DIG INN Chefs-In-Training; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth in a team environment

Competitive pay & tips

Paid time off

401K programming

Parental leave

Holidays off (Thanksgiving, Christmas)

Flexible scheduling: Part Time and FCT

Job summary

DIG INN Chefs-In-Training in New York is seeking motivated individuals for a culinary training role. You will learn by doing in a scratch-based kitchen, gaining exposure to various stations while developing leadership and kitchen skills.

The role emphasizes a passion for real food, strong work ethic, and teamwork. It offers flexible scheduling (part-time or full-time) and a pathway toward growth within a supportive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• A passion for real, good food and a desire to learn culinary practices and skills.
• The ability to demonstrate and execute a strong work ethic.
• A team-oriented focus with appreciation for colleagues and restaurant success.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Desire to grow in the brigade and follow food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prep, mix, and cook vegetables, proteins, grains using recipes as a guide and taste buds for validation.
• Exposure to different stations within the DIG kitchen (garde manger, grill, roast, market line, guest concierge, delivery/packout).
• Speak to guests about menu offerings, seasonality, and ingredients with guests to provide meals.
• Support the team during peak and off-peak service and pitch in wherever needed.
• Move around the kitchen for extended periods and perform physical tasks (lifting up to 25–50 lbs).
• Maintain the A letter-grade by following health and DIG food safety standards.
• Uphold DIG’s anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies.
• Contribute to rebuilding the food system as part of DIG’s mission.

Skills

Passion for real food

Strong work ethic

Team oriented

Excellent communication

Willingness to learn culinary

Physical stamina

Job description

DIG INN Chefs-In-Training in New York is seeking motivated individuals for a culinary training role. You will learn by doing in a scratch-based kitchen, gaining exposure to various stations while developing leadership and kitchen skills.

The role emphasizes a passion for real food, strong work ethic, and teamwork. It offers flexible scheduling (part-time or full-time) and a pathway toward growth within a supportive, inclusive environment.