Cook

At Something Different Grill, our Cooks are essential to delivering the quality, consistency, convenience, and exceptional guest experience our brand is known for. We are looking for dependable, hardworking people who take pride in preparing great food, maintaining high kitchen standards, and working as part of a strong team. Our goal is to Make Someone’s Day.

Our restaurants are fast-paced, team-oriented environments where attention to detail, urgency, and a commitment to quality make all the difference. We are committed to developing our team members, supporting growth, and creating opportunities for advancement within our organization.

As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking menu items according to company recipes and standards, maintaining food safety and sanitation practices, and ensuring every plate meets our quality expectations before it reaches the guest.

**This position requires reliable morning and weekend availability.

Benefits:

• Weekly Pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid shift meal
• Employee discount
• Opportunities for advancement

Requirements:

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Previous cook, line cook, grill cook, or kitchen experience preferred but not required
• Current Food Handler's certification
• Flexible availability including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and a strong work ethic
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality
• Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, and cooking procedures consistently
• Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy and speed
• Strong communication skills and team-oriented mindset
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook menu items according to company recipes, portion standards, and quality expectations
• Operate kitchen equipment including grills, fryers, flat tops, ovens, and other cooking equipment safely and efficiently
• Ensure all food is prepared accurately, consistently, and in a timely manner
• Verify food quality, portion sizes, and presentation before serving
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation of cooking stations, equipment, and work areas
• Follow all food safety, temperature control, and sanitation procedures
• Stock, restock, and organize food products and kitchen supplies throughout each shift
• Communicate product shortages, equipment concerns, or operational needs to management promptly
• Assist with opening, closing, prep work, and side work duties as assigned
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house team members to ensure smooth restaurant operations
• Follow all company recipes, cooking procedures, and kitchen standards consistently

Pay: $11.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Paid training

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you have reliable morning shift and weekend availability?

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $11 - $16