Grill Chef

Hawksmoor - US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Hawksmoor New York is seeking a passionate Charcoal Grill Chef to join our team. You’ll manage the charcoal grill, ensuring high-quality, perfectly grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables, and you’ll work with the kitchen team to deliver exceptional dishes.

You’ll handle knives and kitchen equipment, prep ingredients, and maintain food safety in a fast-paced setting. This role rewards attention to detail, strong teamwork, and the ability to meet high standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to work broil, grille, and/or sauté.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team-oriented and reliable under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage the charcoal grill to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation.
• Handle knives and kitchen equipment with precision and safety.
• Coordinate food orders to ensure timely service to each table.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards to protect guests.

Skills

Charcoal grilling

Knife handling

Multitasking

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

We’re looking for a passionate Charcoal Grill Chef to join our Hawksmoor New York team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for working with and managing the charcoal grill to prepare high-quality, perfectly grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables for our guests. You’ll work alongside our kitchen team to ensure timely, efficient food preparation while maintaining Hawksmoor’s high standards of excellence in every dish.

You’ll be expected to handle knives, operate kitchen equipment, and prep ingredients in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Attention to detail and a commitment to quality will be key to your success in this role.

After being named the best steak restaurant in the world, we became a certified B Corp in 2022, and we’re proud to be ranked among the UK’s Top 100 Best Companies to Work For for 13 consecutive years. We believe in investing in our teams and supporting local communities, which is why we're excited to expand to the US and bring the best of Hawksmoor to New York and beyond.

What You’ll Do:

• Work with and manage the charcoal grill, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation.
• Handle knives and operate kitchen equipment with precision and safety.
• Coordinate food orders to ensure timely and efficient delivery to each table.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards to ensure guest safety.
• Follow recipe and presentation guidelines to meet or exceed guests’ expectations.
• Prep food and assist kitchen staff in executing menu items to the highest standard.
• Ensure all food is prepared in a timely fashion and meets high-quality standards.
• Label food and ensure proper rotation (FIFO).
• Meet special guest requests while maintaining the same high-quality standards.

Requirements:

• Ability to work broil, grille, and/or sauté.
• Handle hot and cold work conditions during food preparation.
• Ability to work positively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Strong grasp of various cooking methods, food items, equipment, etc.
• Clear understanding of menu items and responsibility for prepping ingredients.
• Be able to multitask in a high-volume kitchen.

Why Join Us:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid sick leave.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

If you’re passionate about exceptional food, enjoy working with a dynamic kitchen team, and want to be part of something special as we expand, we'd love to hear from you.