About the role#
As a Kitchen Extern at Union Square Hospitality Group, you will gain hands-on experience in a professional kitchen environment. This role is designed for individuals who want to refine their culinary techniques and grow within a team that values attention to detail and hard work.
What you'll do#
- Support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality in all daily tasks.
- Work with the prep and receiving team to receive, label, and store market deliveries.
- Assist line cooks by preparing components for their stations.
- Learn to set up a station independently.
- Communicate effectively with the kitchen team to maintain a collaborative environment.
- Demonstrate an eagerness to learn and refine your culinary skills.
What you'll need#
- Experience in a kitchen environment gained through culinary school or similar education.
- Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time.
- English fluency. Additional languages are preferred but not required.
- Interest in fields such as Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Chemistry, or Nursing is welcome, though the role focuses on culinary development.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Pay: $18 per hour.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About Union Square Hospitality Group
Union Square Hospitality Group operates a collection of restaurants, cafes, and bars based in New York City. Danny Meyer founded the company in 1985 with the opening of Union Square Cafe. The business has since grown to include Shake Shack and a catering division called Union Square Events. It provides operational consulting services and maintains locations in New York, Las Vegas, and Washington, D.C.
How to get in at Union Square Hospitality Group
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