Grill Cook

BTC ST Petersburg; Saint Petersburg (FL); 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

PTO program

Employee dining discounts

Job summary

Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine in St. Petersburg, FL is seeking a dedicated Grill Cook to join our culinary team. You will prep, cook, and fire premium menu items, while maintaining food safety and collaborating with prep cooks and front-of-house staff to deliver hot, high-quality dishes.

The position offers both full-time, part-time, and hourly options in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Previous line cook experience is preferred and physical stamina is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months of high-volume line cook experience preferred.
• Ability to stand and move for 8 hours; capable of lifting up to 40 lbs independently and 80 lbs with a partner.

Responsibilities

• Prep, cook, and fire premium menu items according to established recipes and plating guides.
• Assist with the complete setup, deep cleaning, and full stocking of the entire main service line before service begins.
• 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.
• Maintain immaculate preparation surfaces and strictly follow all local health department safety and sanitation codes.
• Monitor, adjust, and log temperatures on kitchen apparatus including grills, fryers, ovens, and coolers.
• Taste and inspect ingredients for absolute freshness, label all products with dates, and use FIFO rotation.
• Track station stock thresholds during busy shifts to prevent service bottlenecks and ticket delays.
• Memorize and apply exact portion metrics and precise cook times for every ticket.
• Partner seamlessly with prep cooks, dishwashers, and front-of-house staff to ensure hot food goes out fast.

Job description

Grill Cook

Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine

Location: St. Petersburg, FL 33705

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

• 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.