Flavor Technician

We're Hiring: Flavor Technicians (Kitchen Crew)

Location: Grit & Grind Cafe Phenix City, AL

Schedule: Morning Shifts Available

If you've got skills in the kitchen, a taste for flavor, and a work ethic that doesn't quit we want you on the line. At Grit & Grind Cafe, we're not running an old-school back kitchen. We're building a team of Flavor Technicians who take pride in fast service, bold plates, and food that speaks for itself.

This isn't fine dining but it's not fast food either. It's The South's Finest Brunch & Bakery, served hot, fresh, and fast by a team that grinds together.

What You'll Do:

• Work multiple kitchen stations: prep, cook, plate, and package
• Execute food tickets with speed, accuracy, and flavor
• Follow food safety & cleanliness standards like a pro
• Communicate with your team to keep flow smooth and orders flying
• Help with restocking, setup, and cleaning/closing

Pay & Perks:

• $10$15/hr base pay + tips
• Full tip pool shared with the whole team (yep, BOH too)
• Discounted food, drinks & desserts
• Real teamwork, zero drama, and steady hours, flexible scheduling

What We're Looking For:

• Solid work ethic and a sense of urgency
• Ability to learn and rotate through all kitchen tasks
• Stays calm under pressure, communicates clearly
• Willing to clean as you go, help your team, and hustle when it's go-time
• Previous kitchen experience preferred, but we'll train the right person

Shifts Available:

• Mornings: 6:00 AM 3:00 PM
• Weekend availability is required

Skills & Attributes:

• Can multitask while staying focused and clean
• Able to follow recipes and plate dishes with consistency
• Strong communicator speaks up, listens, and works well in a team
• Keeps calm under pressure and doesn't crack when it gets busy
• Hustles hard without sacrificing quality
• Willing to learn and rotate across prep, cook, and plating stations

Bonus Points (Preferred but not required):

• Prior experience in a restaurant kitchen, fast-casual, or food truck
• Knowledge of fryers, griddles, ovens, and food safety procedures
• Can handle a sharp knife and a hot ticket line without flinching
• Familiarity with online order platforms (DoorDash, Toast, etc.)