Grill Cook 2+ Yr Exp

**East Tea Can** is a progressive Middle Eastern restaurant concept, serving eclectic Middle Eastern mezza and grills in a casual full-service setup. Offering fun and exciting dishes from around the Middle East.

We are opening a new location in Toronto, at The Well, and looking for experienced cooks, that can demonstrate adequate knowledge and understanding of food preparation, cooking and new restaurant openings.It's the right job for people with passion for cooking and exploring different cooking techniques and progressive menus.
- **we only accept local hiring only...**_

**Grill Cook Job Description**

The Grill Cook position reports to the sous chef and is responsible for supporting the Manager and team members in the execution of daily restaurant operations. The Grill Cook is responsible for learning, executing and cooking of all the grilled meat, chicken. The Grill Cook is to learn and execute knowledge on food, recipes, and strictly adhere to all the healthy and hygiene procedures

**Role of the Grill Cook**
- To produce all assigned menu items in an efficient and consistent manner, following specifications, recipes, and techniques of the restaurant
- Act in a courteous and friendly manner with all interaction with fellow team members and guests
- Be enthusiastic, professional and hospitable

**Duties & Responsibilities**
- Support standards of cleanliness, timing, uniform, grooming, organization, production, food quality, and consistency
- Maintain the work area, including all counter tops, utensils, grills, deep fryer equipment, and refrigeration in a clean and sanitary condition in accordance with health and safety regulations
- Inventory all products that may need to be stocked, pulled, and/or prepped - keep management informed of food quantities and quality in prep, on the line, and in holding
- Communicate effectively between alternate shifts (am and pm) and ensure station is stocked and ready for service for current and incoming shift
- Ensure proper rotation, labelling, and dating of all products
- Ensure all products are prepared, held, and served at correct temperatures and correct visual appearance
- Accurately complete all orders with uncompromising quality and consistency as per restaurant and Chef specifications
- Complete all food production and prep sheets as well as monitoring daily prep production
- May be assigned to work multiple stations throughout the shift
- Notify Chef of any repairs required to kitchen equipment
- Responsible for executing all Food Safety principles

Competencies
- Ability to work under pressure, as part of a team or independently
- Maintain a sense of urgency and momentum
- Ability to stay calm under pressure
- High level of organization and ability to manage varying business volumes and tasks
- Flexible work style and attitude with a willingness to work as a member of a fast-paced team
- Possess superior communication skills
- Consistent knife skills
- Product knowledge
- Complete understanding of F.I.F.O. and product yield

**Job Requirements**
- Ability to prioritize and stay organized in a high-paced environment
- 1-year experience in restaurant grilling and frying experience
- Excellent interpersonal & problem-solving skills
- Fluency in English both written and verbal
- Ability to work flexible hours including mornings, days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
- Must be able to carry and lift items weighing 50lbs
- Must be able to stand and move for extended periods of time to continuously perform essential job functions
- Current and valid Food Safety Certification

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Tips

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON M5V 0V2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Do you have any experience or knowledge in Middle Eastern Cuisine?

**Experience**:

- Cooking: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location: In person