Kitchen Positions-Sous Chef, Line and Prep Cooks

Join the Opening Kitchen TeamSpork Island Trading Company

Sous Chef Line Cooks Prep Cooks

Full-Time & Part-Time Positions

Training Begins: On or after July 7, 2026

Grand Opening: July 21, 2026

Spork Island Trading Company is looking for talented culinary professionals to help launch one of Pittsburgh's most unique restaurant concepts.

This isn't a traditional tiki restaurant. Our menu is chef-driven and thoughtfully crafted, featuring elevated cuisine inspired by Polynesian and Asian flavors while showcasing locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. Every dish is built with intention, technique, and creativity.

If you're passionate about cooking, enjoy working with interesting ingredients, and want to be part of building something from day one, we'd love to meet you.

We're Hiring

• Sous Chef
• Line Cooks
• Prep Cooks

Full-time and part-time opportunities are available.

About Our Kitchen

Our menu focuses on fresh ingredients, scratch cooking, and meticulous execution. You'll work alongside an experienced culinary team creating dishes that combine tropical flavors, Asian influences, and modern techniques.

In addition to our main kitchen, our restaurant features a front-of-house yakitori grill where chefs prepare food over binchotan charcoal in full view of our guests. It's an opportunity to showcase your craft while interacting with diners in an energetic, open-kitchen environment.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking people who:

• Take pride in their work and pay attention to detail.
• Enjoy working with high-quality ingredients.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen.
• Are eager to learn, grow, and contribute ideas.
• Bring a positive attitude and strong work ethic every day.
• Care about consistency, cleanliness, and hospitality.

Experience is valued, but attitude, passion, and a willingness to learn are equally important.

We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health benefits for eligible full-time employees
• Staff meals
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunities for growth as we continue to build our team
• The chance to be part of an exciting restaurant opening from day one

About Spork Island Trading Company

Located at 946 Penn Avenue in Downtown Pittsburgh, Spork Island Trading Company is a 100-seat restaurant and bar unlike anything else in the city. Guests are transported into an immersive tropical world designed to help them escape everyday life while enjoying exceptional food, innovative cocktails, and warm hospitality.

The restaurant was created by the experienced ownership team behind several well-known Pittsburgh concepts, including One by Spork, Spork Pit, Double Wide Grill, Tiki Lounge, and Beehive.

If you're looking for more than just another kitchen job—and want to help create one of Pittsburgh's most exciting new dining experiences—we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and join us as we build something extraordinary.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid training

Work Location: In person