Grill Cook

Job overview

The Grill Cook works onsite in East Northport, NY, at CAVA’s 4097 Jericho Turnpike location. The stated starting pay is $18.50 per hour. CAVA describes its purpose as making it simple to eat well and feel good, drawing on Mediterranean heritage. The role prepares consistent, high-quality food and helps create a positive guest experience. It supports restaurant operations by following recipes and food-safety standards, maintaining an organized station, and assisting other areas as needed.

What you'll do

• Follow recipes and food-safety, sanitation, and quality procedures
• restock and organize cook stations
• put away deliveries
• prepare meals for guests
• cross-train across the restaurant
• and assist with other assigned duties.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

grill cook

east northport ny

cava

restaurant

food preparation

mediterranean food

food safety

sanitation

guest experience

station restocking

$18.50/hr

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, telemedicine, and pet insurance
• 401(k) with CAVA contribution
• paid sick, parental, and community service leave
• free meal for each shift worked
• employee benefits vary by eligibility.

Why this role

The posting notes standing or walking for an entire shift, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working near open flames and in temperatures ranging from hot to cold.

About the employer

CAVA - 4097 Jericho Turnpike is hiring for this role. Industry: Limited-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.