Line Cook / Griller (Mediterranean Cuisine) - Up to $27/hr. with Tips (Monrovia)

About This Jobs

Why Join Our Team? We run a high-volume, successful Mediterranean brand with several locations. To help our team succeed, most of our heavy preparation is done at our central kitchen. This lets our store-level line cooks concentrate on their main strengths: cooking, creating high-quality dishes, and keeping a fast, clean line.

Compensation and Total Earnings

Base Hourly Rate: $20.00 per hour (paid every two weeks).
Guaranteed Tip Sharing: An extra $5.00 to $6.00 per hour on average, based on recent payroll records.
Total Expected Pay: $25.00 to $27.00 per hour.
Our special "House Contribution" system allocates 30% of server tips to our back-of-house team. When the restaurant is busy and you work diligently, you are directly compensated for your effort.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for reliable, energetic line cooks who take pride in their station. If you have quick hand speed, a strong work ethic, and arrive on time for every scheduled shift, you will do well here.

Responsibilities

• Station Execution: Master the grill, sauté, and fryer stations to cook skewered meats and hot appetizers exactly to order.
• Precision Plating: Cleanly and efficiently plate various Mediterranean appetizers, salads, and rice dishes under high-volume ticket pressure.
• Line Readiness: Set up, stock, and break down the line before and after shifts to ensure no operational delays.
• Kitchen Upkeep: Maintain strict cleanliness of equipment, surfaces, and your immediate work area throughout your shift.
• Teamwork: Maintain a professional, respectful, and focused attitude on the line.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of commercial kitchen experience (required). Experience with an open-flame grill is a major advantage.
• Reliability: A proven history of excellent attendance. We have a zero-tolerance policy for unexcused absences or repeated call-outs.
• Speed and Focus: Ability to work quickly, safely, and cleanly during high-volume rushes.

Benefits and Growth

• Highly competitive back-of-house pay structure.
• Clear opportunities to grow across multiple locations and move into management or leadership positions.
• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time.