Senior Grill Cook

Mamakas Food Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dining establishment in Toronto is seeking an experienced Senior Grill Cook. Responsibilities include managing the grill station and assisting the Executive Chef with dish development. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of culinary experience, with 2 years specifically at a grill station. Health benefits offered after 3 months of full-time employment.

Benefits

Health benefits after 3 months

Opportunity for career growth

Discounted or free food

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience managing a high-volume grill station.
• Culinary field experience required (3+ years, 2 years as grill cook).

Responsibilities

• Manage the grill station during service, ensuring it is prepped and stocked.
• Provide professional and proactive guest service.
• Assist the Executive Chef in developing new dishes.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas and equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Senior Grill Cook at Mamakas Taverna

We are currently looking for an experienced and skilled grill cook for a full time position. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years experience managing a high volume grill station in a fast paced dining experience.

Compensation

Compensation: $20-$22 an hour + tip out, health benefits after 3 months for full time employees

Location

Location: 80 Ossington Ave.

Summary of Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following :

• Managing the grill station during service, ensuring station is properly prepped and stocked
• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
• Help coordinate production as it relates to restaurant and banquet functions
• Assist the Executive Chef with developing new dishes
• Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefings
• Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage / spoilage
• Ensure storeroom requisitions are accurate
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Schedule: Afternoons, Evenings, Weekends, Holidays
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the Culinary field required (3+ years, 2 years as grill cook)
• Experience maintaining and operating a grill station in a high volume kitchen
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to) :

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

What is in it for you

• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across Mamakas Food Group Concepts
• Health benefits for full time employees after 3 months of employment

Job Types

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay

Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits

• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance

Ability to commute / relocate

• Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7 : reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience

• cooking: 3 years (required)

Work Location

Work Location: In person