KI Modern Japanese & Bar is seeking a precise, highly organized, and driven Grill / Sauté Cook to join our culinary team. In this role, you will be responsible for executing high-heat Japanese grill and sauté station prep and service to exacting standards. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced line environment, possesses exceptional multitasking abilities, and maintains an immaculate, food-safe workstation at all times.

Key Responsibilities

- Line Execution & Multitasking: Manage simultaneous cook times across grill and sauté stations during high-volume service without sacrificing quality, timing, or plating consistency.
- Mise en Place & Prep: Daily setup, breakdown, and restocking of station ingredients, proteins, sauces, and garnishes. Ensure line components are accurately measured, prepped, and properly labeled.
- Station Organization: Keep a disciplined, clean, and streamlined working area throughout service to maintain maximum efficiency and order flow.
- Food Handling & Safety: Strictly adhere to all health department regulations, food safety guidelines, correct internal cooking temperatures, safe cross-contamination protocols, and proper sanitation procedures.
- Quality & Consistency:



Ensure every dish leaving the station meets restaurant specifications regarding doneness, flavor profile, and visual presentation.
- Communication & Teamwork: Maintain clear, concise verbal communication with expo, sushi, and cold line stations to ensure synchronized ticket timing.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Experience: 2+ years of line cook experience in a high-volume, upscale casual, or fine-dining kitchen; previous experience with Japanese culinary techniques or high-heat grilling/sautéing is preferred.
- Skills: Excellent knife skills, strong understanding of culinary execution, active working knowledge of food safety standards (ServSafe or equivalent local certification required).
- Work Ethic: Solid physical stamina, ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work under pressure in a hot, fast-moving environment.
- Attributes: Punctual, detail-oriented, adaptable, and focused on operational discipline.

Pay: $17.60-$24.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Grill/Sautee Cook (Toronto)
🏢 KI Modern Japanese and Bar
📍 Toronto