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Estela
Famous NYC Restaurant Seeks Culinary Talent!
Short description
Enhance your culinary skills and rotate through phases of Garde Manager, Saucier, Entremetier, and Sous Chef in Training under Chef Ignacio Mattos!
Detailed description
Ready to elevate your cooking game and leave everyone around you in awe? Look no further than Estela, nestled in the heart of New York City. Our team of experienced chefs will guide you through unique culinary techniques and approaches that are guaranteed to delight even the most discerning palates.
But that's not all - the city that never sleeps offers so much more beyond our kitchen doors. During your stay, you'll have the chance to explore iconic landmarks like Rockefeller Center and Times Square, as well as vibrant neighborhoods like Chinatown and more.
At Estela, we believe that cooking is an art that can exceed the boundaries of basic needs. That's why our comprehensive training program is designed to enable you to create culinary masterpieces, all with newfound confidence and ease.
So why hesitate? Take the leap and join us on a journey that will enrich your cooking skills and broaden your horizons. Our team at Estela is eagerly waiting to help you take the plunge and achieve your fullest potential.
But that's not all - the city that never sleeps offers so much more beyond our kitchen doors. During your stay, you'll have the chance to explore iconic landmarks like Rockefeller Center and Times Square, as well as vibrant neighborhoods like Chinatown and more.
At Estela, we believe that cooking is an art that can exceed the boundaries of basic needs. That's why our comprehensive training program is designed to enable you to create culinary masterpieces, all with newfound confidence and ease.
So why hesitate? Take the leap and join us on a journey that will enrich your cooking skills and broaden your horizons. Our team at Estela is eagerly waiting to help you take the plunge and achieve your fullest potential.
Placement Remarks
Pay: $21.00/hour
Employee must provide own kitchen safe shoes and pants.
Meals are charged at $3.85 per day if the employee "opts-in" to meal program.
All Hourly employees accrue up to 96 hours of PTO in a calendar year. This is not Paid Out at end of program.
The J1 candidate must secure housing before they arrive in NYC and must secure their own transportation upon arrival. Uber or Lyft are great options.
Salary
$21.00 per hour
Requirements
Eligibility criteria for our Career USA programs:
- You are enrolled in a post secondary ministerially recognized academic institution in the hospitality industry OR have a hospitality degree and at least 1 year of recent relevant work experience in the (ultra) luxury hotel industry (outside of the USA) OR have 5 years recent relevant work experience in the (ultra) luxury hotel industry (outside the USA
- You have shown consistent career growth over the last years
- You have shown serious commitment to your most recent employers
Local info
Arguably the most famous city in America, if not the world, New York, is an unrelenting veritable hive of activity. With things to do for literally every kind of taste and style! Far be it for us to say that New York is only a cultural hub, it’s also one of the greatest places in the world for shopping, dining, and entertainment! See more about New York climates here.
Housing:
The cost of living in NYC is extremely high with studio apartments costing around $2,500. The closer you live near Times Square or Central Park the more expensive your rent will be. We highly recommend looking for another J1 to room with to share the cost of an apartment. Please note, without established credit your first and last month’s rent may be required as a deposit. HRC recommends you arrive with at least $5,000 as startup capital and to help secure housing.
Helpful Links:
Streeteasy.com, nyhabitat.com, cityrealty,com, urbanliving.net, apartments.com
Address: 907 St Marks Ave Brooklyn, NY 11213
Units: Private rooms with shared living spaces
Cost: $1,855-$2,250 per month, including utilities
Contact: Phone 1-646-750-5207, Email
Address: 1295 5th Ave, New York, NY 10035
Units: Studio, 1-, 2-, & 3-bedroom apartments
Cost: $2,925-$5,495 per month, not including utilities
Contact: Phone 212-600-2921, Email [email protected]
The Hell’s Kitchen House with Intern Housing NYC
Address: 424 West 47th Street #3F, New York, NY 10036
Units: Furnished private rooms with shared living spaces
Cost: $2,100-$2,590 per month, not including monthly $149 utilities fee
Contact: Phone +1-833-707-6611, Email [email protected]
Transportation: Getting around New York without a car is very easy. With local taxis, a comprehensive metro system, and many things simply within walking distance, see more about using the New York metro system.
Local attractions: Pay a visit to Central Park, Times Square, and other attractions.
Start date
June 2025