Culinary Apprentice: Grow Your Craft in a Scratch Kitchen

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

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities in TEAM

Competitive pay + tips

Paid Time Off

401K programming

Parental leave

Holidays off

Flexible scheduling

Complimentary DIG lunch

Commuter benefits

Job summary

DIG INN Restaurant Teams is hiring a Chef-in-Training in New York, NY. Earn $17–$18 per hour, plus $2–$3 in tips and additional benefits. You will work in a scratch-based kitchen, develop culinary skills, and grow into leadership roles within a fast-paced environment.

You will rotate through stations, learn menu offerings and seasonality, and help the team during busy times while upholding safety and inclusion standards. Join a mission-driven team focused on real food.

Qualifications

• A passion for real, good food and a desire to learn culinary practices.
• Ability to demonstrate strong work ethic and teamwork.
• Able to perform physical duties (lifting up to 25–50 lbs).
• Willingness to learn across kitchen stations and contribute during peak times.

Responsibilities

• Prep, mix, and cook vegetables, proteins, and grains using recipes as a guide.
• Gain exposure to garde manger, grill, roast, market line and more.
• Explain menu offerings and ingredients to guests to enhance their experience.
• Support the team during peak and off-peak service as needed.
• Maintain food safety standards and uphold DIG policies.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Strong work ethic

Physical stamina

Guest service

Job description

DIG INN Restaurant Teams is hiring a Chef-in-Training in New York, NY. Earn $17–$18 per hour, plus $2–$3 in tips and additional benefits. You will work in a scratch-based kitchen, develop culinary skills, and grow into leadership roles within a fast-paced environment.

You will rotate through stations, learn menu offerings and seasonality, and help the team during busy times while upholding safety and inclusion standards. Join a mission-driven team focused on real food.