Location: Grit & Grind Cafe – Phenix City, AL
Schedule: Morning Shifts Available
If you’ve got skills in the kitchen, a taste for flavor, and a work ethic that doesn’t quit — we want you on the line. At Grit & Grind Cafe, we’re not running an old-school back kitchen. We’re building a team of Flavor Technicians who take pride in fast service, bold plates, and food that speaks for itself.
This isn’t fine dining — but it’s not fast food either. It’s The South’s Finest Brunch & Bakery, served hot, fresh, and fast by a team that grinds together.
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Work multiple kitchen stations: prep, cook, plate, and package
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Execute food tickets with speed, accuracy, and flavor
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Follow food safety & cleanliness standards like a pro
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Communicate with your team to keep flow smooth and orders flying
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Help with restocking, setup, and cleaning/closing
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$10–$15/hr base pay + tips
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Full tip pool shared with the whole team (yep, BOH too)
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Discounted, food, drinks & desserts
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Real teamwork, zero drama, and steady hours, flexible scheduling
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Solid work ethic and a sense of urgency
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Ability to learn and rotate through all kitchen tasks
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Stays calm under pressure, communicates clearly
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Willing to clean as you go, help your team, and hustle when it’s go-time
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Previous kitchen experience preferred, but we’ll train the right person
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Mornings: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Weekend availability is required
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Can multitask while staying focused and clean
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Able to follow recipes and plate dishes with consistency
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Strong communicator — speaks up, listens, and works well in a team
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Keeps calm under pressure and doesn’t crack when it gets busy
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Hustles hard without sacrificing quality
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Willing to learn and rotate across prep, cook, and plating stations
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Prior experience in a restaurant kitchen, fast-casual, or food truck
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Knowledge of fryers, griddles, ovens, and food safety procedures
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Can handle a sharp knife and a hot ticket line without flinching
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Familiarity with online order platforms (DoorDash, Toast, etc.)
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Must be at least 15 years old
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Able to stand and move quickly for long periods (6+ hour shifts)
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Must be able to lift 25–50 lbs (boxes of ingredients, fryer baskets, etc.)
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Reliable transportation to and from work
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Willing and able to work early mornings and weekends
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Comfortable in fast-paced, hot kitchen environments
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Must follow food safety, hygiene, and cleaning protocols
Grit & Grind Cafe is a locally owned brunch and bakery spot in Phenix City, Alabama, proudly serving up The South’s Finest Brunch & Bakery. We’re known for bold flavors, creative specials, Southern comfort food, and a full coffee bar with handcrafted drinks.
We’re not your average diner or chain restaurant — we’re building something different. We believe in Modern Hospitality: fast, friendly counter service paired with genuine hospitality and team-based culture. That means no old-school server drama, no tip games — just great food, good energy, and a team that grinds together.
If you're looking for a place that values hard work, good vibes, and people who actually care — we’d love to meet you.
