Kitchen Team Leader — Chef-in-Training & Growth

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

Tips potential

Paid time off

401K programming

Parental leave

Holidays off

Flexible scheduling

Complimentary DIG lunch

Commuter benefits

Job summary

DIG INN Restaurant Teams in New York seeks a Chef-in-Training to join our scratch-based kitchen environment. You will learn by doing across stations, preparing and cooking with recipes and palate validation, and building leadership skills in a fast-paced setting.

You will gain exposure to garde manger, grill, roast, market line, and guest concierge roles while contributing to a mission to rebuild the food system. This role emphasizes growth and teamwork in a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Passion for real, good food and desire to learn culinary practices.
• Ability to demonstrate strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to perform physical requirements (lift up to 50 pounds) and stand for extended periods.
• Team oriented with a collaborative approach and good communication.
• Desire for growth within the kitchen brigade.

Responsibilities

• Prep, mix, and cook vegetables, proteins, grains using recipes as a guide.
• Gain exposure to garde manger, grill, roast, market line, guest concierge and delivery/packout stations.
• Explain menu offerings, seasonality, and ingredients to guests while delivering scratch-made meals.
• Support the team during peak and off-peak service by pitching in as needed.
• Maintain safety and follow DIG’s policies.

Skills

Food enthusiasm

Strong work ethic

Physical capability

Team oriented

Communication skills

Growth mindset

Job description

DIG INN Restaurant Teams in New York seeks a Chef-in-Training to join our scratch-based kitchen environment. You will learn by doing across stations, preparing and cooking with recipes and palate validation, and building leadership skills in a fast-paced setting.

You will gain exposure to garde manger, grill, roast, market line, and guest concierge roles while contributing to a mission to rebuild the food system. This role emphasizes growth and teamwork in a supportive culture.