Line Cooks And Shift Leads

Umami Riot was born from a simple idea: pair joyful hospitality with uncompromising craftsmanship. Founded by Chef Tim Cushman and sake expert Nancy Cushman, our restaurants celebrate bold flavor, precision, and a deep respect for Japanese foodways – translated through a distinctly Boston lens. At Umami Riot, we’re not here to follow the rules of hospitality, we’re here to rewrite them – with heart, craft and fearless creativity. Bianca is looking for a hospitality-driven professionals to join our passionate team in Chestnut Hill. Our restaurant is a vibrant blend of wood-fired cooking, craft cocktails, and warm, modern hospitality — and we’re searching for someone who brings that same energy.
We're looking for a Lead Line Cook who wants more than just a job. This role is for someone who leads by example, sets the pace on the line, and takes pride in helping the entire kitchen succeed. If you thrive in a high-energy environment, love developing others, and know how to execute at a high level during service—read on.
Leading your station with confidence while helping maintain flow and execution across the kitchen
Coaching, supporting, and mentoring line cooks through prep, service, and daily operations
Executing bold, crave-worthy food with consistency, precision, and attention to detail
Ensuring stations are set up, stocked, organized, and service-ready before every shift
Maintaining quality, consistency, and presentation standards during high-volume service
Identifying issues before they become problems and helping the team find solutions in real time
Upholding food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards at all times
Assisting with prep production, inventory organization, and daily kitchen responsibilities as needed
Helping create a positive, accountable kitchen culture where teamwork comes first
You communicate well and believe strong kitchens are built on teamwork
You want to grow your culinary career within a company that values development and internal promotion
LET'S SET EXPECTATIONS (IN A GOOD WAY) This is a fast-paced kitchen fueled by movement, heat, music, and momentum. As a Lead Line Cook, you'll be expected to balance strong execution with leadership, helping keep the team organized, motivated, and focused throughout service.
You'll be on your feet for long shifts, lifting up to 50 lbs., You'll work with knives, open flames, hot equipment, and a sense of urgency throughout each shift. A disciplined commitment to sanitation, safety, and cleanliness is part of the craft here, and we're committed to providing reasonable accommodations to support individuals in performing the essential functions of the role.
Pay range is $25 - $30 per hour based on experience