Entry Level Kitchen Position, Harvard Square

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

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for growth in a team environment

401(k) programming

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A leading culinary establishment in Boston is seeking an Entry Level Kitchen position, known as Chef-in-Training. This role focuses on culinary skills development in a team-oriented environment, where you can gain experience working with food and serving guests. Benefits include competitive pay, opportunities for growth and flexible scheduling, making it an ideal position for aspiring chefs.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position.
• Desire to learn culinary practices and skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prep, mix, and cook food using recipes.
• Gain exposure to different kitchen stations.
• Support the team during service.

Skills

Passion for food

Strong work ethic

Excellent communication skills

Team-oriented focus

Job description

Entry Level Kitchen Position, Harvard Square

CHEF-IN-TRAINING

$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‑paced culinary environment. If you are seeking a community where education, purpose, and taste matter, we encourage you to join our fam.

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 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 market bowl).
• Support the team during peak and off‑peak service, pitching in wherever and whenever necessary.
• Multi‑task and move in the kitchen for extended periods of time. These physical requirements may be accommodated with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Help 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 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 up to 50 pounds). These requirements may be accommodated 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 may be accommodated with or without reasonable accommodations.
• A team‑oriented focus. You have a deep appreciation for the people you work with and help 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:

Aside from the standard job description fare (competitive pay) we also offer:

• Opportunities for growth in a team environment
• Competitive pay & potential to earn tips
• Paid time off
• 401(k) 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 as we are committed to building a culturally inclusive team. 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.

DIG is proud to be 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, covered veteran and/or military status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, familial status as that term is described under the New York State Human Rights Law, caregiver or partnership status as those terms are defined under the New York City Human Rights Law (if you are employed in New York City) or other protected status or any other characteristic as protected under applicable federal, state and local law (“Protected Status”).