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Grill Cook - Sofia Yorkville
INK Entertainment
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2.7
Toronto, ON
$25 an hour
Full-time
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Job details

$25 an hour
Discounted or free food
Full-time
Night shift, Evening shift
Toronto, ON

Full job description

Your Future Is With Us

Are you an experienced high-volume grill cook with a passion for live-fuel cooking, precision meat temperature control, and authentic Italian cuisine? This is an exciting opportunity to lead the grill station at Sofia Yorkville, our acclaimed dinner-only fine dining destination. We are not just running a kitchen - we are bringing authentic Italian flavors to life, pairing elevated recipes with a dramatic, exquisitely designed setting, live-fuel cookery, and a world-class art collection.

This role offers a hands-on path to showcase high-level culinary technique and grow within a luxury restaurant environment. With cross-training, structured mentorship, and internal mobility across our expanding portfolio of fine dining, luxury nightlife, and lifestyle venues, your future starts here.

About INK Entertainment

Operating since 1982, INK Entertainment is a powerhouse in lifestyle, hospitality, and entertainment. We create culture-defining experiences across acclaimed dining destinations (Sofia, Amal, Akira Back, Margo, Daphne), luxury nightlife (REBEL, Toybox, Cabana Pool Bar), major festivals (VELD), and private clubs (Clio). We work hard, innovate constantly, and offer unmatched career mobility for people who bring passion to the table.

About Sofia Yorkville

Located in the heart of Yorkville, Sofia operates as an exclusive dinner-only fine dining destination combining traditional Italian culinary mastery with modern flair and a high-style atmosphere. Our kitchen brigade operates with rigorous standards of scratch preparation, live-fire cooking techniques, and an unwavering commitment to station cleanliness and team-first execution.

The Role

As a Grill Cook at Sofia Yorkville, you are a master of protein execution and station management. Working closely with our Executive Chef and Sous Chefs during high-volume dinner services, you will be responsible for cooking prime meats, seafood, and vegetables over live fuel to exact temperature specifications and presentation standards. Moving with speed, precision, and composure, you will maintain meticulous station cleanliness and help deliver unforgettable culinary experiences.

What You’ll Do

  • Master Live Fuel & Josper Cooking: Expertly prepare, sear, and cook high-quality meats, poultry, seafood, and vegetables over live fuel, utilizing charcoal/wood grills and Josper ovens according to exact Sofia recipes and plating specifications.
  • Execute High-Volume Dinner Service: Manage ticket times, station pacing, and exact internal cook temperatures during fast-paced, high-volume evening dinner services.
  • Maintain Station Excellence: Keep a clean, organized, and sanitary grill station at all times; maintain a comprehensive prep list and take proactive notes to ensure full readiness prior to dinner service.
  • Manage Quality & Inventory: Assist with receiving and properly storing deliveries; strictly follow First-In, First-Out (FIFO) rotation to maximize product freshness and eliminate waste.
  • Champion Safety & Hygiene: Strictly adhere to all health, WHMIS, sanitation, and food safety standards while operating high-heat commercial kitchen equipment with caution and care.

What We’re Looking For

  • Grill & Live Fuel Expertise: At least 2 years of high-volume grill cook experience in a fast-paced, high-end restaurant; direct experience cooking over live fuel is strictly required, and experience using a Josper oven is strongly preferred.
  • Italian Culinary Knowledge: Previous experience with or extensive knowledge of Italian cuisine, high-grade protein preparation, and scratch prep (a Culinary Diploma is considered a valuable asset).
  • Composure & Precision: Ability to take direction well, judge protein doneness accurately under high volume, remain calm under pressure, and communicate effectively on a busy line.
  • Physical Capabilities & Schedule: Ability to stand for 100% of the shift, work near high heat sources, lift/carry up to 40 lbs, and work evening/night and weekend dinner shifts.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Global Career Pathways & Mobility: Cross-training opportunities across Sofia and other INK Entertainment venues, with clear paths to grow into Sous Chef or Head Chef roles globally.
  • Dinner-Only Operations: Evening-focused shift structures, offering balanced day/night flexibility.
  • Perks & Discounts: Shift meals, dining discounts across all INK Entertainment venues, and early access to select INK concerts/events.
  • Culture & Mentorship: Direct guidance from elite chefs, ongoing culinary coaching, and a supportive team environment.

Equity, Diversity & Accessibility

INK Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace where every team member has the room to thrive.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC).

Ready to build your future with us? Apply today!

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Discounted or free food

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

  • Cooking: 2 years (required)
  • Grill Cooking: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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