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Spiga Ristorante & Cocktail Bar

Sous Chef at Spiga Ristorante & Cocktail Bar

Spiga Ristorante & Cocktail Bar New York, New York

Job Description

Sous Chef – Opening Position
Upper East Side Upscale Casual Italian Restaurant
Immediate Availability Required
Seeking a talented Sous Chef to support our Head Chef in launching our new venue. Join our experienced ownership team with strong growth opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in kitchen operations, menu execution, and assist leading team
  • Prepare authentic Italian dishes with creative twists using seasonal ingredients.
  • Manage prep, inventory, costs, scheduling, and compliance.
  • Train staff and ensure food quality/consistency.
Qualifications
  • 4+ years in upscale Italian restaurants; expertise in fine, authentic Italian cuisine.
  • 2+ years in supervisory role; strong organizational skills.
  • Opening experience preferred; Food handling certification preferred.
  • Immediate start.
Compensation
  • $1,500–1800/week + bonuses
Line Cook – Opening Position
Upper East Side Upscale Casual Italian Restaurant
Immediate Availability Required
Seeking skilled Line Cooks to join our launch team. Work under experienced leadership with growth opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
  • Execute authentic Italian dishes with precision and speed during high-volume service.
  • Handle prep, grilling, sautéing, pasta, and plating using seasonal ingredients.
  • Maintain station cleanliness, inventory, and food safety standards.
  • Support team of 10-15 in fast-paced kitchen.
Qualifications
  • 2+ years in upscale Italian restaurants; expertise in fine, authentic Italian cuisine.
  • Strong knife skills, speed, and consistency.
  • Opening experience preferred; Food handling certification preferred
  • Immediate start.
Compensation
  • $1,000–$1200/week
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Prep Cook – Opening Position
Upper East Side Upscale Casual Italian Restaurant
Immediate Availability Required
Seeking reliable Prep Cooks to join our launch team. Work under experienced leadership with growth opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare ingredients for authentic Italian dishes (chopping, marinating, dough-making, sauces).
  • Handle mise en place, portioning, and storage using seasonal ingredients.
  • Maintain station cleanliness, inventory, and food safety standards.
  • Support team of in fast-paced kitchen.
Qualifications
  • 1+ years in upscale Italian restaurants; basic knowledge of authentic Italian cuisine.
  • Strong knife skills, organization, and attention to detail.
  • Opening experience preferred; Food handling certification preferred.
  • Immediate start.
Compensation
  • $800–$1,100/week
Apply Now!
 
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Prep Cook – Launch NYC’s Hottest Italian Spot!
Upper East Side, Upscale-Casual Italian Restaurant
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Ignite your career in our sizzling new kitchen!
What You’ll Crush
  • Chop, sauce, dough – authentic Italian magic!
  • Mise en place perfection with fresh seasonal fire.
  • Spotless station, team of 10-15, non-stop energy!
Who We Want
  • 1+ yrs upscale Italian kitchens.
  • Knife ninja + detail oriented
  • Food handling certification preferred. Yes! Openings a Bonus!
Pay & Perks
  • $800–$1,100/WK 
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Busser – Launch NYC’s Hottest Italian Spot!
Upper East Side, Upscale-Casual Italian Restaurant
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Dive into the buzz of our sizzling new kitchen & dining room!
What You’ll Crush
  • Clear tables FAST after fresh burrata, handmade pappardelle, tiramisu bliss!
  • Reset with sparkling glassware, crisp linens, & seasonal flair.
  • Support staff, keep floors spotless, vibe electric!
Who We Want
  • 1+ yrs upscale restaurants.
  • Speed demon + detail oriented.
  • High-energy team player!
Pay & Perks
  • Hourly wages plus WK + tips,
 
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Server – Launch NYC’s Hottest Italian Spot
Upper East Side, Upscale-Casual Italian Restaurant
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Serve up fresh burrata, handmade pappardelle, tiramisu bliss with flair!
What You’ll Crush
  • Greet & serve authentic Italian dishes with speed & charm.
  • Upsell wine, specials, seasonal fire to happy guests.
  • Support 10-15 team, keep tables buzzing, tips exploding!
Who We Want
  • 2+ yrs upscale restaurants; Italian cuisine knowledge.
  • Charisma + memory ninja; NY Liquor Authority card.
  • High-energy team player!
Pay & Perks
  • Hourly plus WK TIPS
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Bartender – Launch NYC’s Hottest Italian Spot!
Upper East Side, Upscale-Casual Italian Restaurant
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Mix aperitivo magic to pair with fresh burrata, handmade pappardelle, , tiramisu bliss!
What You’ll Crush
  • Shake up Italian cocktails, wines, & spritzes with flair & speed.
  • Upsell pairings, specials, seasonal fire to buzzing guests.
  • Support team, keep bar spotless, tips exploding!
Who We Want
  • 2+ yrs upscale bars/restaurants; Italian wine/cocktail savvy.
  • Mixology expert, great charisma and team player
  • Wine experience is a plus
  • NY Liquor Authority card REQUIRED!
Pay & Perks
  • $800–$1,100/WK + HUGE TIPS

Host / Hostess – Opening Position
Location: Upper East Side, Upscale-Casual Italian Restaurant

Availability: Immediate

Description: Be the welcoming face of our new restaurant on the Upper East Side. We’re looking for a warm, professional Host/Hostess who can set the tone for an outstanding guest experience from the very first “hello.”

What You’ll Do:

  • Greet guests upon arrival, manage reservations and waitlists with poise, seat guests and coordinate with servers and front-of-house team.
  • Provide information on the restaurant, help manage the flow of the dining room, assist with guest requests and first impressions.
  • Maintain front-of-house area, support team in creating a welcoming, stylish environment.
    Who You Are:
  • Previous experience in upscale dining or hospitality is a plus.
  • Friendly, polished, excellent communication, comfortable managing busy arrival periods.
    Compensation:
  • Hourly wage (approx. $20–$24/hr) + tips
  • Opportunity to advance into guest relations or supervisory front-of-house roles

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