Line Cook

Perched sixty stories above Lower Manhattan, Manhatta serves seasonal, inspired cooking, and offers stunning views of New York City, its bridges, and waterways. Manhatta is a restaurant and full-service event space from Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, combining sky-high views with down-to-earth hospitality.

Who you are: 

As a Line Cook, you have a strong passion for food, technique, and an eagerness to learn more, which comes with the opportunity to build on your skills and grow as a leader in the kitchen. The ideal candidate is friendly, curious, and devoted to becoming an integral member of a team that values hard work and attention to every detail.

What you’ll do:

• Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality
• Display a working knowledge of all ingredients and preparation used on the menu.
• Consistently ensure that station mise en place is prepped, seasoned, and stocked throughout service and overall  station remains clean and organized.
• Effectively participates in a professionally run service period, ensuring excellence in cooking, timing, plate assembly, and communication.
• Maintain a calm mental athleticism while managing picks and simultaneously taking direction from expediters and culinary leaders.  
• Promote teamwork and excellence amongst the kitchen team.
• Demonstrate an eagerness to refine techniques and a desire to continually learn and grow.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed and other duties as assigned to support team objectives and operational success.

What we need from you:

• 1+ years in a Line Cook position at a full-service restaurant, or similar experience
• Available to work 8am-4pm shifts
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
• English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required

What you’ll get from us:

• Hourly rate of $20 - $25/hr*
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
• Paid Parental Leave
• 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
• Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
• Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
• Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
• Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund
• Eligibility for the USHG Digital Wallet, where you'll have daily access to earnings and flexible saving options

*The above represents the expected hourly range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.

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