Grill Cook

Parea Greek Taverna; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Health insurance options

Dental insurance package

Vision insurance package

Paid time off (PTO) program

Employee dining discounts

Job summary

Parea Greek Taverna in Maitland, FL is seeking a dedicated Grill Cook to join our fast-paced kitchen. You will prep, cook, and plate premium menu items while maintaining high standards of freshness and consistency.

The role requires 12 months of high-volume line cook experience, physical stamina, and teamwork to ensure efficient service. We offer competitive pay, health/dental/vision, 401(k) with company matching, PTO, and employee dining discounts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of high-volume line cook experience.
• Full range of physical motion to bend, reach, squat, and navigate tight kitchen spaces safely.
• Ability to stand and walk continuously on hard surfaces for up to an 8-hour shift.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 40 lbs independently, and up to 80 lbs with a partner.

Responsibilities

• Prep, cook, and fire premium menu items according to established recipes and plating guides.
• Line setup: complete setup, deep cleaning, and full stocking of the main service line before service begins.
• Line breakdown: close down the line, wrap products, and wipe down station after service.
• Food safety: maintain immaculate preparation surfaces and follow all health codes.
• Equipment management: monitor and log temperatures on grills, fryers, ovens, and coolers.
• Quality control: taste and inspect ingredients for freshness and use FIFO rotation.
• Pace & efficiency: track stock thresholds during busy shifts to prevent bottlenecks.
• Consistency: maintain exact portion metrics and cook times for every ticket.
• Team collaboration: work with prep cooks, dishwashers, and front-of-house staff.

Skills

Stamina

Mobility

Endurance

Tools

Grills

Ovens

Thermometers

Job description

Description

Grill Cook

Job Details

Location: Maitland, FL 32751

Pay Rate: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Hourly

Shift and Schedule: Days, nights, weekends, holidays

Full Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated, high-energy Grill Cook to join our growing culinary team. In this role, you will prepare high-quality ingredients and execute dishes to exact standards. The ideal candidate works well under pressure, takes pride in culinary excellence, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Culinary Cooking: Prep, cook, and fire premium menu items according to established recipes and plating guides.
• Line Setup: Assist with the complete setup, deep cleaning, and full stocking of the entire main service line before service begins.
• Line Breakdown: Lead or assist in closing down the line at the end of service, including wrapping products, breaking down stations, performing a line sweep, and wiping down your station. (Deep cleaning of heavy kitchen equipment is handled nightly by an outside service).
• Food Safety: Maintain immaculate preparation surfaces and strictly follow all local health department safety and sanitation codes.
• Equipment Management: Monitor, adjust, and log temperatures on kitchen apparatus including grills, fryers, ovens, and coolers.
• Quality Control: Taste and inspect ingredients for absolute freshness, label all products with dates, and use FIFO rotation.
• Pace & Efficiency: Track station stock thresholds during busy shifts to prevent service bottlenecks and ticket delays.
• Consistency: Memorize and apply exact portion metrics and precise cook times for every ticket.
• Team Collaboration: Partner seamlessly with prep cooks, dishwashers, and front-of-house staff to ensure hot food goes out fast.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health insurance options
• Dental insurance package
• Vision insurance package
• Paid time off (PTO) program
• Employee dining discounts

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 12 months of high-volume line cook experience preferred.
• Mobility: Full range of physical motion to bend, reach, squat, and navigate tight kitchen spaces safely.
• Stamina: Ability to stand and walk continuously on hard surfaces for up to an 8-hour shift.
• Lifting: Ability to safely lift and carry up to 40 lbs independently, and up to 80 lbs with a partner.