Line Cook
The Modern
9 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019
The Modern hiring Line Cook in New York, NY

The Modern hiring Line Cook in New York, NY

The ModernMore Info

Full Time • Hourly ($20.00 - $25.00)
Expires: Feb 22, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details

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 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. Our service is characterized by warmth and approachability, with an unwavering commitment to excellence and a focus on creating unique experiences for guests. With its serene atmosphere and modern aesthetic, the restaurant’s design by the New York-based architecture firm Bentel & Bentel offers a welcome escape from the bustling Midtown neighborhood it calls home.

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
  • 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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Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $25.00)

Benefits & Perks: Commuter Benefits, Dental Insurance, Dining Discounts, Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Vision Insurance, Wellness Program


Required Skills

technique

Ability to Learn

Leadership Skills

Friendly demeanor

Curiosity

Attention to Detail

Knowledge of ingredients and preparation techniques

Organization

Teamwork

Continuous Learning

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Fluency in English

Ability to stand for long periods of time

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Part of Union Square Hospitality Group

Founded by Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group, The Modern is a two Michelin-starred, contemporary American restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art.

Executive Chef Thomas Allan's refined, unexpectedly playful dishes highlight exceptional ingredients and seasonality in three distinct culinary experiences: a bold prix fixe menu in The Modern, overlooking MoMA's Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Sculpture Garden; an à la carte menu in the lively Bar Room; and a bespoke tasting menu in the heart of the kitchen at The Kitchen Table.

Complementing Chef Allan’s menus, an extensive selection of wines showcases exceptional diversity and value in wines both classic and emerging regions. The restaurant's design by the New York-based architecture firm Bentel & Bentel offers a welcome escape from the bustling Midtown neighborhood it calls home.

Since its debut in 2005, The Modern has earned two Michelin stars, three stars from The New York Times, the Grand Award from Wine Spectator and four James Beard Awards, including Best New Restaurant, Outstanding Wine Service, and Outstanding Restaurant Design.

We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K, flex pay, life insurance, employee dining program and paid vacation. USHG provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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