Grill Cooks (Night Shift & Weekends)

We are seeking to hire dynamic and experienced team members to join our award winning hospitality team as Gracious Hospitality Management expands our operations to our newest project, 550 Madison. Comprehensive on-site training provided for qualified and eager candidates!
Gracious Hospitality Management’s 550 Madison project is their most ambitious to date: a multi-level, 15,000-square-foot dining destination inside the iconic landmark Sony building. The project will bring together three distinct concepts — the second New York location of the Michelin-starred COTE Korean Steakhouse, an all-day multi-bar and dining concept- Chimera, and an intimate sushi restaurant led by Michelin-starred Chef Masahiro Yoshitake- Sushi Yoshitake . Designed by Rockwell Group, with Yoshio Itai collaborating on the sushi concept, 550 Madison is set to redefine immersive, transportive dining in Midtown Manhattan.

Training Phase: New hires will train several weeks in advance of the anticipated opening date of 550 Madison.
Grand Opening: The restaurant will celebrate its grand opening and transition into full daily operations.
Upon arrival, please use the entrance of Bar Chimera.
We're currently hiring for positions across all departments, including:
Prep Cook
Line Cook
Pastry Cook
Food Runner
A great attitude and passion for hospitality
Por favor utilice la entrada del Bar Chimera.
Personal de limpieza / mozo
Line Cooks are dynamic hospitality professionals responsible for prepping, cooking, and plating delicious dishes by the culinary team and assisting the Chef de Cuisine (CDC) and Sous Chefs with their daily tasks. Their principal goal is to provide the highest quality meals that meet the CDC’s exact specifications, while maintaining clean and orderly kitchen and BOH areas to the highest health and sanitation standards. Line Cooks work with all members of the Back of House team to ensure a smooth continuation of service and play an essential role in contributing to customer happiness and restaurant growth.
Station and kitchen is clean, stocked, and ready for action.
Attends all assigned pre-shift meetings, and puts out dishes for line check according to company standards.
Prepares menu items in cooperation with the kitchen team, at the direction of the chefs.
Ensures that all dishes are prepared according to both quality and timing standards. Actively restocks ingredients at the workstation and meets prep times for smooth delivery while in service.
Labels, stocks, and organizes inventory.
Works efficiently with kitchen team members and complies with company procedures and food safety standards.
Keeps utensils and equipment clean and sanitary at all times.
Maintains a positive and professional approach with all front of house and back of house coworkers and customers. Cleans and sanitizes work stations prior to departing the shift.
Reports to each scheduled shift on time, in uniform, and ready to work. Assists other stations or areas of the restaurant when requested by management.Responsible for training new employees as assigned.
Display knowledge of Cote brand, culture, and product.
Maintain professional and respectful behavior when in contact with customers, management, and teammates.
Present a polished personal appearance, adhering to company grooming standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Adhere to all company policies and procedures outlined in handbooks, manuals, and other company documents.
Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings, training sessions, and continuing education activities.
Maintain safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards.
Comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Must have the ability to read, speak, understand, follow written directions, and verbal instructions in English.

• Must be reachable by email and able to communicate via phone as well.
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures and local Department of Health standards.
• Food Handler’s Certification or the ability to obtain in accordance with federal, state, or local regulations and/or Company policy.
• Able to work a flexible schedule in order to accommodate business levels (weekend, nights, and holiday availability required). We will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs.
• Ability to execute recipes and service in adherence with company policy.
• Culinary Arts degree preferred.
• Familiarity with Korean cuisine, preferred.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking techniques, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform those essential functions.
Be exposed to hazards including, but not limited to, burns, cuts, scrapes, and frequent exposure of hands to water.
Handle heavy equipment and machinery.
Benefits (with variation for full-time/part-time employment):
Structured, generous compensation for all positions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
Referral Bonus Program
550 Madison fully complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws by providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history), or any other legally protected status.