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Line Cook
Buddakan - New York
75 9th Avenue, New York, NY, United States
Buddakan - New York hiring Line Cook in New York, NY

Buddakan - New York hiring Line Cook in New York, NY

Line Cook

Buddakan - New YorkMore Info

75 9th Avenue, New York, NY, United States
Full/Part Time • Hourly ($18.00 - $21.00)
Expires: Apr 22, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details

Buddakan, the iconic NYC dining destination in the heart of the Meatpacking District, is seeking talented Line Cooks to join our kitchen team during an exciting new era — a creative collaboration with Chef Danny Bowien, the visionary behind Mission Chinese.

Join us in hosting a surreal dining experience where the serenity of Asia meets the flamboyance of 16th-century Paris. Ornate chandeliers, gilded details, and otherworldly art set the stage for an immersive culinary journey — one that will soon include collaborative dishes inspired by Chef Danny's bold and innovative spirit.

This position offers a comprehensive package including:

  • An hourly rate of $18 - $21
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage
  • Paid Vacation Time & Sick Time
  • Commuter Benefit Program
  • Referral Bonus Programs
  • Dining discounts at over 25 affiliated STARR Restaurants 
  • Opportunity for career advancement and professional growth
    - and more!
Desired Qualifications:
  • 2+ years’ experience as a Line Cook in a well-rated restaurant
  • Availability for PM shifts and weekends (Saturdays & Sundays) required 
  • Experience in Asian inspired restaurants is highly preferred
  • Understanding of classic sauces, cooking techniques, and knife cuts
  • Ability to multitask while maintaining quality standards of the restaurant in a high pace restaurant

Buddakan NYC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($18.00 - $21.00)

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


Required Skills

Advanced Knife Skills

Creativity in Culinary Presentation

Teamwork

Collaboration With Team Members

Experience as a Line Cook in a Well Rated Restaurant

Adaptability in a Fast Paced Environment

Time Management

Basic Knife Skills

Time Management Skills

Adaptability

Strong Work Ethic

Experience in Asian Inspired Restaurants Preferred

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Attention to Detail

Understanding of Classic Sauces, Cooking Techniques, and Knife Cuts

Problem Solving Skills

Culinary Knowledge

Passion for culinary arts

Portioning

Communication Skills

Willingness to Learn

Ability to Multitask While Maintaining Quality Standards

Team Player Mentality

Problem Solving

Dressing Making

Commitment to Food Safety Standards

Work Ethic

Availability for Pm Shifts and Weekends

Fish Butchery

Customer Service Orientation

Knowledge of Pan Asian Cuisine

Collaboration

Fish Cookery

Cultural Awareness

Wine and Cocktail Knowledge

Food Safety Knowledge

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Compliance With Quality and Safety Standards in a High Paced Environment

Plating and Presentation

Frying

Grilling

Cleaning / Sanitation

Meat Cookery

300+ Covers Per Night

Pasta Cooking

Pasta Dough Making

Sauce Making

Sauteing

200 Covers Per Night

Prepping Ingredients

Vegetable Cookery

Wok Cooking

Woodfire Cooking

300 Covers Per Night

Food Prep

Plating Food

Cooking Seafood

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Part of STARR Restaurants

The surreal atmosphere of this awe-inspiring restaurant in the Meatpacking district of Manhattan combines the serenity of Asia with the flamboyance of 16th century Paris. The menu features fanciful interpretations of Chinese dishes and delights even the most discriminating palates. - Open Table

“Stunning” decor lends a “dark, sexy” backdrop to the “trendy” scene at Chelsea multilevel “mega room”, a “bigger-than-life experience” where the “energetic” crowd is “blown away” by “flavorful” Asian dishes. - Zagat

Awards / Distinctions
2007
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