Kitchen Extern
About The Position
The Modern is a Michelin-starred contemporary American restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art. The restaurant features refined, unexpectedly playful dishes that highlight exceptional ingredients and seasonality in two distinct culinary experiences: a bold tasting or prix fixe menu in the dining room and an à la carte menu in the lively Bar Room. An extensive selection of wines showcases exceptional diversity and value in both classic and emerging regions. The Modern holds two Michelin stars, a Three Star review in the New York Times, four James Beard Awards, and the Grand Award from Wine Spectator and is part of Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group.
Requirements
- Experience in a kitchen environment through education (culinary school, or similar)
- Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
- English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required
Nice To Haves
- Strong passion for food
- Eagerness to develop and build on your skills as a cook
- Be an integral part of a team that values hard work and attention to every detail
Responsibilities
- Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality
- Demonstrate an eagerness to refine techniques and a desire to continually learn and grow
- Communicates effectively with the kitchen team and embodies an environment of teamwork
- Work with the prep and receiving team to receive, label, and store market deliveries
- Assist line cooks in preparing components for their stations for service and learn to set-up a station independently
Benefits
- Hourly rate of $17/hour
- Opportunities for learning
- Mentorship
- Collaboration with some of the most passionate people in hospitality
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
