Entry Level Kitchen Position, New York City

Dig Inn; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for growth

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401(k) programming

Parental leave

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A leading culinary organization in New York seeks a Chef-in-Training to join its team. In this role, you will prepare ingredients, engage with guests, and support kitchen operations in a vibrant environment. Candidates should have a passion for food, strong work ethic, and good communication skills. This role offers competitive hourly pay plus tips and various benefits including paid time off and 401(k) programming. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Physical capability to perform tasks intermittently throughout working hours.
• A desire to learn culinary practices and skills.

Responsibilities

• Prep, mix, and cook using recipes and taste validation.
• Engage with guests about menu offerings and provide exceptional service.
• Maintain food safety standards and uphold company policies.

Skills

Passion for food

Strong work ethic

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Team-oriented focus

Job description

New York City, New York

CHEF-IN-TRAINING

$17 - $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 family.

YOU WILL:

• Prep, mix, and cook vegetables, proteins, grains, etc. using recipes as a guide and your 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.
• Engage with guests about current menu offerings, seasonality, and ingredients—making their day by providing a delicious scratch‑made meal (aka: market bowl).
• 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.
• Help maintain the “A” letter grade 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.
• A strong work ethic and the ability to demonstrate it.
• The physical stamina to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Capability to perform other physical tasks such as seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours.
• A team‑oriented focus and appreciation for the people you work with.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A desire to create exceptional employee & guest experiences.
• An eye for detail and problem‑solving ability.
• A motivation for growth within our brigade.

WORK PERKS:

• Opportunities for growth in a team environment.
• Competitive pay and 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.

DEVELOPMENT & INCLUSION:

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

EEO STATEMENT:

DIG is a proud 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, caregiver or partnership status as defined under the relevant laws.