Full-Time Experienced Cook - Evening & Weekend Shifts Campus Town Grill Ewing, NJ Job Details Part-time | Full-time $15.23 - $20.23 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Grilling Pre-cooking preparation Food service health code compliance ServSafe Cutting Food portioning Meat portioning Food safety sanitizing procedures Meat cookery Meat product production Kitchen stations Food Handler Certification Full Job Description Cook / Kitchen Prep — Full-Time Schedule & Availability Required Full-Time Position Campus Town Grill is specifically seeking an experienced kitchen professional with strong availability during our busiest service periods. Priority Availability Applicants must have availability for: Dinner and evening shifts Late-night shifts Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Weekend availability is required Our restaurant operates throughout the week, with shifts generally available between 11:00 AM and 11:00 PM. Kitchen staff may also be scheduled to arrive before opening for food preparation and station setup. Preferred candidates will have flexible availability and be able to consistently work evenings, late nights, and weekends. Please do not apply if you are only available for weekday morning or daytime shifts. ⸻ Position Summary We are looking for a full-time, experienced Cook / Kitchen Prep team member who can take ownership of kitchen preparation, cooking, food safety, cleanliness, and closing responsibilities. This is an opportunity for an experienced cook to bring their existing skills while learning new techniques and gaining experience with Mediterranean, American, and Indian-inspired menu items. Key Responsibilities Opening & Prep Arrive before service as scheduled for opening preparation Prepare and organize kitchen stations Cut, slice, trim, and portion fresh and frozen meats Prepare marinades and marinate proteins Prepare shawarma meat and future production batches Prep vegetables, sauces, rice, and other daily ingredients Cooking Operate grills, charbroilers, vertical shawarma broilers, fryers, gas ranges, ovens, and other commercial kitchen equipment Prepare menu items according to recipes and portion standards Maintain speed and quality during lunch and dinner rushes Kitchen Safety & Organization Follow food safety and sanitation procedures Properly label, date, rotate, and store food Maintain clean and organized prep and storage areas Monitor inventory and report low-running ingredients Closing Responsibilities Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment Wash dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment Sweep and mop kitchen and back-of-house areas Organize the back supply and storage areas Complete assigned closing and cleaning duties before leaving Required Experience Previous professional cooking or kitchen experience Strong knife skills Experience cutting, trimming, portioning, and marinating meat Experience with commercial kitchen equipment Understanding of food safety and sanitation Ability to work efficiently during busy dinner and weekend shifts Reliable transportation and dependable attendance Preferred Mediterranean or Middle Eastern cuisine experience Shawarma or vertical broiler experience Grill, fryer, and high-volume fast-casual experience ServSafe or Food Handler certification

Pay:

$15.23 - $20.23 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Application Question(s): Are you available to work evenings, late nights, and weekends, including Thursday through Saturday? Yes No Do you have at least 1-2 years of professional kitchen or cooking experience? Yes No Do you have experience with knife skills, food preparation, and cutting or trimming meat? Yes No Which equipment have you previously used? Grill Charbroiler Deep fryer Gas range Commercial oven Vertical shawarma/gyro broiler Other Shift availability: Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Ewing, NJ 08638 (Required)

Work Location:

In person