Grill Cook - Taziki's Cafe
Jacksonville, FL 32250
About the Job
Join the Taziki's Team!
At Taziki's, we know how important it is to find a job that excites you, surrounded by co-workers you enjoy, and work that you can take pride in. We offer a flexible and welcoming environment that values passion and dedication. We believe in providing thorough training to help you succeed in your role as a Grill Cook.
**Your Role**
As a Grill Cook on our team, you'll be thrilled about creating fresh, delicious food that leaves a lasting impression on our guests. You'll have a genuine desire to connect with them and provide memorable dining experiences. Your attention to detail will shine as you prepare quality ingredients daily to craft extraordinary meals. Working collaboratively and communicating effectively in a fast-paced setting will create an amazing working environment for you and your teammates.
**What Your Teammates Say**
Our team members love being part of Taziki's. They describe it as a family where friendships flourish, and they take pride in our brand's commitment to using fresh ingredients every day. As a Grill Cook, you'll have the chance to learn various aspects of the kitchen and contribute to our mission.
**A Day in Your Taziki's Life**
As a Grill Cook, your day kicks off with the heart of our operation - prepping fresh ingredients for exceptional meals. You'll greet your team, review the prep sheet, and dive into the tasks ahead. Throughout your shift, you'll ensure the quality of products and follow recipes for your station, all while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. From preparing catering orders to crafting made-to-order dishes for Dine-In and Take-Out, you'll work closely with your team to deliver an outstanding dining experience. After a busy day, you'll set up your evening team, assist during the "Thru" period, or take online training courses to expand your skills.
**Your Activities**
As a Grill Cook, you'll be responsible for your prep and your station. Your activities will include setting up and stocking stations, handling/cooking food products with care to minimize waste, mastering the menu and product knowledge, maintaining hygiene and appearance standards, accurately preparing fresh food items, managing orders efficiently, upholding Health Department Standards, and keeping the kitchen area clean and organized with a sense of urgency.
**Why Taziki's?**
At Taziki's, we believe that great food brings people together, and we aim to help communities flourish through our culinary delights. We source authentic ingredients, serve made-from-scratch meals, and prioritize meaningful human connections. Our team functions like a family, embodying values like Connection, Challenge, Collaboration, Details, and Fresh. We take pride in our rapid growth and expansion, offering promising career paths in our ever-growing family of restaurants.
**Your Talents**
While previous cooking experience is preferred, it's not required! We value your passion, work ethic, and ability to operate kitchen equipment. Good communication skills and a Food Handler's card are necessary, and you should be comfortable in a fast-paced environment, both working independently and collaborating with the team. Previous experience is a plus with Char-grills, Flat Top grills, knife handling skills and time management as well as great communication.
**Your Working Conditions/Hours**
As a Grill Cook, you'll work in a typical restaurant kitchen environment, using equipment like flattop and char grills, ovens, slicers, knives, mixers, and food processors. Your hours may vary, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
**Your Physical Requirements**
Being part of the Taziki's Kitchen Team requires standing for prolonged periods, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting products weighing up to 50 pounds to chest height safely. Speed and accuracy in executing orders to our standards are essential for this role.
**Your Perks**
As a valued team member, you'll enjoy a flexible work schedule, a comprehensive training program, discounted meals, and an exciting and dynamic work environment. With ongoing training, you'll have opportunities for growth and a promising career path within our expanding brand.
Join us at Taziki's, where you can take pride in your work and connect with guests through our fresh and flavorful meals. To apply, submit your resume and express your interest in joining our kitchen team at [Contact Email/Website].
Taziki's Café is a fast-casual restaurant brand with more than 90 locations in 17 states. Our menu is Mediterranean-inspired with a Southern flair, and our mission is to create an environment that combines extraordinary food with meaningful human connection. Corporate headquarters are located in Birmingham, AL and Nashville, TN.