Grill Cook

Apex Restaurant and Market Solutions, Inc.; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

13 paid holidays

Accrued vacation and sick time

Job summary

APEX Restaurant and Market Solutions is seeking a Grill Cook for our corporate café. This third shift position runs Sunday through Thursday from 10:00 P.M. to 6:30 A.M., in a fast-paced environment focusing on quality and guest satisfaction.

Join a high-energy team that values teamwork, safety, and professional growth, with union benefits and opportunities to elevate culinary skills.

Qualifications

• Kitchen experience with grilling techniques and temperature control.
• Strong multitasking and time management in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to lift, bend, push, and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals per menu and recipes.
• Make made-to-order meals with emphasis on customer interaction and service.
• Execute multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining quality.
• Follow ServSafe and health department guidelines for food handling, labeling, dating, and storage.
• Ensure all cooking, refrigeration, and serving equipment is operated and maintained properly.
• Assist in daily cleaning of kitchen equipment, prep stations, and storage areas.
• Collaborate with team members and cross-train across stations to support café operations.
• Enhance meal presentation with garnishes to maximize customer satisfaction.
• Wear PPE as needed and follow all uniform requirements.
• Communicate with the Café Manager daily to stay aligned on menu plans and prep needs.
• Monitor and record food temperatures to ensure food safety.

Skills

Grill techniques

Knife safety

Multitasking

Customer service

Team player

Physical stamina

Food handling

Job description

• Base Pay $17.00 - $20.00 / Hour
• Job Category Corporate Dining, Cooking, Grill Cook
• Industry Corporate Dining Cook, Food Service Cook, Grill Cook
• Employee Type Non Exempt FT

Description

Third Shift Grill Cook Position! Sunday through Thursday 10:00 P.M. to 6:30 A.M.

APEX Restaurant and Market Solutions is the premier provider of corporate dining and vending services. We partner with leading companies to deliver exceptional restaurant-quality food and seamless service experiences that enhance workplace culture and employee well-being.

We’re seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Grill Cook to join our high-energy team at a fast-paced corporate café. This is your chance to bring your culinary skills to a professional environment that values teamwork, and has a positive attitude.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals according to a planned menu and established recipes
• Prepare made-to-order meals with an emphasis on customer interaction and service, delivering an engaging front-of-house cooking experience that enhances guest satisfaction
• Execute multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining top-tier food quality and presentation
• Follow all ServSafe and health department guidelines for food handling, labeling, dating, and storage
• Ensure all cooking, refrigeration, and serving equipment is operated and maintained properly
• Assist in daily cleaning of kitchen equipment, prep stations, and storage areas
• Consistently comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards—including mopping, ware washing, and waste disposal
• Collaborate with team members and cross-train across stations to support café operations
• Enhance meal presentation with garnishes to maximize customer satisfaction
• Wear PPE as needed and follow all uniform requirements
• Communicate with the Café Manager daily to stay aligned on menu plans and prep needs
• Monitor and record food temperatures to ensure food safety

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

• Kitchen experience, familiarity with grilling techniques, ability to control grill temperatures
• Proficiency and safety with knife handling
• Strong multitasking and time management in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Team-player mindset with a positive, can-do attitude
• Ability to lift, bend, push, and stand for long periods\
• Willingness to take on additional kitchen tasks as assigned

Summary

Join our Dynamic Organization TODAY!

• UNION BENEFITS: Medical Benefits, 13 Paid Holidays, Accrued Vacation and Accrued Sick Time
• Professional Growth : Opportunities to expand your culinary skills through cross-training
• Supportive Culture : Join a team where positivity, collaboration, and professionalism are the ingredients for success