FOOD + AMIGOS Two of life’s most important ingredients. Adventurous and ever changing, Happy Monkey is a fun-loving Latin restaurant from world-renowned Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Happy Monkey embraces fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a distinctly Latin approach to dining socially. A place to meet, eat and drink any night of the week.

Situated in vibrant Greenwich, Happy Monkey is the Vongerichten's first restaurant in Connecticut. Guests can expect to find the Chef’s legendary approach to cuisine and outstanding service–all set within a convivial, contemporary atmosphere that offers something decidedly new. Whether you’re sharing a few plates at our communal table, or enjoying a warm treat at our buzzing bar, you’ll be dining in a setting that puts friends first. And we can't wait to meet you.

Happy Monkey is a dynamic restaurant located in Greenwich, Connecticut. Jean-Georges’ culinary vision has redefined industry standards and revolutionized the way we eat. Jean-Georges has developed several concepts in collaboration with a number of partners, all of whom share his desire to be the purveyor of tasteful, elegant and sophisticated experiences.

As a Garde Manger Chef you would be overseeing the culinary operations in the Garde Manger section by following standards and procedures. Responsible for managing the food production and quality control for all meat, fish, fowl and other food items prepared in the cold kitchen.

Also responsible to create exceptional cuisine for the cold kitchen section as well as for other food and beverage outlets. Take care of all physical aspects of cold kitchen operation, supervision, preparation and serving of food, equipment maintenance and cleaning, quality control and cleanliness of the work area.

Job Duties

• Experienced in choosing, preparing, and presenting cold foods, such as salads, cold soups, meats and cheeses.

- Knife skills - cutting, chopping, carving, dicing.

• Ability to fill-in at other stations when chefs are absent.

• Responsible for inventory, preparation and presentation of select dishes and food items.

• Able to work in a team-oriented environment and under considerable stress.

• Responsible for station hygiene and sanitation.

• May be required to assist with menu development, especially use of leftovers.

• Ability to supervise and train others.

Working at Happy Monkey by Jean-Georges

• Health insurance