Back of House Staff

Wayan Miami — Kitchen Open Positions
Candidates must be currently reside in the Miami area.
Interviews will begin immediately via video call.  

Wayan Miami is building a focused, energetic, and diverse kitchen team. We are seeking motivated individuals who take pride in their work, understand the importance of strong habits and attention to detail, and bring a strong sense of urgency to every shift.

All positions require professionalism, teamwork, and a willingness to learn. We are committed to providing a positive, respectful, and safe work environment for team members from all backgrounds.

Evening Line Cook (PM)

Evening Line Cooks who can execute dinner service with consistency, speed, and precision in a quality-driven, fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Execute dinner service with accuracy and efficiency

• Daily preparation and maintenance of mise-en-place

• Strong knife skills and ability to follow recipes precisely

• Interest in fish butchery and cookery encouraged

• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards

• Communicate clearly and assist teammates as needed

Requirements

• Line cook experience preferred

• Florida Food Handler Certificate or willingness to obtain

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift/carry 30+ lbs

• Full-time availability, including nights and weekends

Daytime Prep Cook (AM)

Detail-oriented Prep Cooks who understand that strong prep is the foundation of great service.

Responsibilities

• Daily production of required savory and pastry mise-en-place

• Follow prep lists and recipes accurately

• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient workstations

• Proper handling, labeling, and storage of ingredients

• Support line cooks and chefs as needed

Requirements

• Kitchen experience preferred but not required

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow direction

• Florida Food Handler Certificate or willingness to obtain

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift/carry 30+ lbs

• Daytime availability, including weekends

Evening Porter (PM)

Reliable, hardworking porters who help keep the kitchen operating smoothly during dinner service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dish, and service areas during service

• Support cooks with cleaning, restocking, and organization

• Proper handling of dishware, equipment, trash, and recycling

• Assist with end-of-night breakdown and reset

Requirements

• Porter or dish experience preferred but not required

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift/carry 30+ lbs

• Evening, night, and weekend availability

Daytime Porter (AM)

Daytime Porters who help set the kitchen up for success through cleanliness, organization, and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of prep areas, storage, and dish stations

• Assist with deliveries and restocking

• Support prep cooks and chefs as needed

• Uphold sanitation standards throughout the day

Requirements

• Porter or dish experience helpful but not required

• Strong work ethic and reliability

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift/carry 30+ lbs

• Daytime availability, including weekends