Entry Level Kitchen Position, Boston

Dig Inn; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for growth

Competitive pay and tips

Paid time off

401K programming

Parental leave

Holidays off

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A community-focused restaurant in Boston seeks Chefs-In-Training to join their dynamic kitchen environment. You will be responsible for preparing and cooking fresh ingredients while learning culinary practices. This role allows you to grow within a supportive team while ensuring high-quality guest experiences. Competitive pay starting at $16-$18 per hour plus tips is offered. Join us in rebuilding the food system while enjoying great work perks like paid time off and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical tasks like lifting 25 pounds frequently, 50 pounds occasionally.
• Willingness to learn culinary skills and practices.
• Desire for growth in the kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook various food items based on recipes and taste validation.
• Support team during service peaks and maintain food safety standards.
• Communicate menu offerings and engage with guests.

Skills

Passion for real good food

Strong work ethic

Team-oriented focus

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

Overview

$16 - $18 / hour depending on experience + $2-3/hour in tips + MORE BENEFITS!

ABOUT THE ROLE: The next generation of chefs are evolving in DIG restaurants. Our scratch based kitchens are built around people with a true passion for real good food. We teach individuals who are excited to share their enthusiasm for food and transform them into skilled chefs. You will advance and gain the ability to work with food, develop leadership skills, and stay sharp in our fast-pace culinary environment. If you are seeking a community where education, purpose, and taste matter, we encourage you to join our fa(r)m.

You will

• Prep, mix, and cook vegetables, proteins, grains etc using recipes as a guide and taste buds for validation.
• Gain exposure to different stations within the DIG kitchen including but not limited to garde manger, grill, roast, market line, guest concierge and delivery/packout.
• Speak to current menu offerings, seasonality, and ingredients with guests - making their day as you provide them with a delicious scratch-made meal (aka: marketbowl).
• Work to support the team during peak and off peak service, by pitching in wherever and whenever necessary.
• Multi-task and move in the kitchen for extended periods of time. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Help to maintain the “A” lettergrade by following Department of Health and DIG food safety standards.
• Demonstrate professional maturity and strictly uphold DIG’s anti-discrimination & anti-harassment policies.
• Go home feeling fulfilled knowing you are a part of a bigger mission to rebuild the food system.

You have

• 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.
• The ability to perform physical requirements of the position (frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds). These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.
• The ability to perform other physical requirements such as seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.
• A team-oriented focus. You have a deep appreciation for the people you work with and help to support the restaurant’s success.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A desire to create exceptional employee & guest experiences.
• An eye for detail and solving challenges.
• A desire for growth in our brigade.

Work perks

• Opportunities for GROWTH in a TEAM environment
• Competitive Pay & potential to earn tips
• Paid Time Off
• 401K programming
• Parental leave
• Thanksgiving, Christmas and other Holidays Off
• Flexible Scheduling: Part Time and Full Time Hours

Note

DIG believes in the power of a shared table to bring people together. Female, LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Additional Role Note: The duties of this position may change from time to time. DIG reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Dig or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Equal Opportunity Employer: DIG INN Chefs-In-Training is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, age, ancestry, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related condition, unemployment status, gender identity or expression, transgender status or gender dysphoria, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. We comply with applicable federal, state, and local law.