licensed cook

We?re Hiring at Karamia (Halal Steakhouse | Italian-Inspired Cuisine)

***Position ? Cook (Back of House)*

*About Us*

Kara Mia Restaurants delivers a state-of-the-art dining experience, combining modern elegance with exquisite Italian-inspired halal cuisine. As one of the GTA?s top halal steakhouses, we?re known for premium ingredients, unforgettable flavours, and exceptional hospitality. Kara Mia is expanding across the GTA ? and we?re building an elite culinary team. We?re looking for a passionate, disciplined, and highly skilled Cook who thrives in high- performance kitchens and is ready to grow with a fast-expanding brand.

*Key Responsibilities*

• Support the other cooks and Chef in leading all kitchen operations.
• Oversee the line during service to ensure consistency, speed, and exceptional quality.
• Uphold plating standards, food presentation, and portion control.
• Lead, coach, and mentor BOH staff, fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Assist with menu execution, recipe adherence, and special features.
• Manage inventory, ordering, waste control, and food cost efficiency.
• Ensure strict adherence to halal standards, hygiene, and food safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean, well-organized, and efficient kitchen environment at all times.
• Collaborate with management and FOH teams to deliver seamless service flow.
• Support party hall & catering preparation during events and high- volume operations.

*Qualifications*

• 5+ years of culinary experience in upscale, steakhouse, or high-volume kitchen environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building abilities.
• Proven success in line management and kitchen execution during peak hours.
• Knowledge of Italian-inspired cuisine, *steaks, sauces*, and modern plating Required
• Ability to multitask, stay calm, and maintain quality under pressure.
• Passion for creativity, consistency, and delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Restaurant hours: 12PM ? 12AM (across 2 Shifts)

*Perks*

• Competitive pay + tip share
• Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding brand
• Supportive, fun, and high-performance team environment
• Opportunity to work with premium ingredients and innovative cuisine

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00-$20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person