Line Cook

Shuka, led by Chef / Partner Ayesha Nurdjaja, is looking for a passionate [insert job title] to join our culinary team!

Located in the heart of SoHo, Shuka has become a cornerstone of the neighborhood — a welcoming spot where the energy of the block meets the vibrant flavors of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. Every dish bursts with layered, nuanced flavors, crafted with responsibly sourced ingredients from local farms and the greenmarket. We proudly serve lunch, dinner, and brunch. Celebrated for its bold, abundant style of dining, Shuka set the stage as the inspiration for its sister restaurant, Shukette.

Chef Ayesha brings her dynamic perspective and love of shareable dishes, shaped by her extensive travels and culinary roots. At Shuka, meals are designed to feel generous, flavorful, and deeply connected to the markets and farms that sustain us. Joining the culinary team means working hands-on with these seasonal ingredients and traditions, while developing the craft to bring them to life.

Shuka is part of The Bowery Group (Cookshop, Rosie’s, Shukette, Vic’s), a group of restaurants recognized with accolades such as James Beard nominations, New York Times “Top 10 New Restaurants of 2021,” and numerous features in leading publications. Across our group, we are committed to supporting small farms, highlighting seasonal produce, and bringing guests honest, respectfully produced cuisine at peak freshness.

If you’re excited about vibrant flavors, seasonal cooking, and culinary creativity, we’d love to welcome you to the Shuka team.

Main Responsibilities :

• Demonstrate mastery of classic cooking techniques.
• Garde Manger and Hot Apps experience required.
• Grill and sauté experience preferred
• Have at least one year of professional kitchen experience.
• Have experience working in a high-volume restaurant.
• Work with a sense of urgency.
• Be a team player.
• Have an understanding of NY Department of Health protocols for food safety.
• Possess strong communication skills.
• Stay positive and calm under the pressure of an open kitchen environment.

Benefits we offer :

This position requires daytime hours, evening hours and weekends with FULL TIME AVAILABILITY.

Shuka provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex,