Chef in Training, Columbia University

Overview

$16.50 - $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 as 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, providing a 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 maintain the “A” letter grade by following Department of Health and DIG food safety standards.
• Demonstrate professional maturity and uphold DIG’s anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies.
• Contribute to a larger 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 a strong work ethic.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position (frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds). These may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to perform other physical requirements such as seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.
• A team-oriented focus and appreciation for colleagues and restaurant success.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A desire to create exceptional employee and guest experiences.
• An eye for detail and problem solving.
• A desire for growth within our brigade.

WORK PERKS:

• Opportunities for growth in a team environment
• Competitive pay and potential to earn tips
• Paid Time Off
• 401K programming
• Parental leave
• Holidays off (Thanksgiving, Christmas and others)
• Flexible scheduling: part-time and full-time hours

Note: DIG believes in a shared table and building a culturally inclusive team. Female, LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Equal Opportunity and Compliance: DIG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics and comply with applicable laws. We may request documentation as part of employment eligibility verification where required by law.

Questions about the role or application process? Please contact our human resources team.