Job Title: Shawarma Chef / Mediterranean Cook
Company: Mediterranean Shawarma (next to Iqbal Kebab)
Location: 105 Parkway Forest Dr, North York, ON
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Email: iqbalkebab105@gmail.com

About Iqbal Kebab & Sweet Centre

For over 25 years, Iqbal Kebab has been Toronto’s premier destination for authentic, 100% Halal culinary traditions. While we are famously known for our Pakistani and South Asian BBQ, we are excitingly expanding our offerings to include high-quality, authentic Mediterranean flavors. We are looking for an experienced, passionate Shawarma Chef to lead this new station and help us bring delicious, freshly shaved shawarma and Mediterranean favorites to our loyal community.

Job Summary

As a Shawarma Chef at Iqbal Kebab, you will take full ownership of our Mediterranean station. You will be responsible for trimming, marinating, and stacking meats, managing the vertical broiler spits, and slicing shawarma to order with precision. You will ensure consistent flavor, premium quality, and excellent presentation for all wraps, plates, and Mediterranean sides during our busy lunch, dinner, and weekend rushes.

Key Responsibilities

• Shawarma Preparation & Spitting: Prepare authentic Mediterranean marinades; trim, season, and expertly layer chicken and beef onto vertical spits ensuring proper balance and structure.
• Carving & Cooking: Operate vertical rotisserie broilers safely. Shave meat to order with consistency, ensuring it is perfectly cooked, juicy, and held at food-safe temperatures.
• Mediterranean Menu Execution: Prepare and assemble high-quality shawarma wraps, plates, and bowls, including popular Mediterranean sides, dips, and salads (such as hummus, garlic sauce/toum, tahini, fattoush, and tabbouleh).
• Station Management & Mise en Place: Keep the shawarma station fully stocked with fresh vegetables, pickles, sauces, and freshly baked bread to guarantee rapid service during high-volume periods.
• Food Safety & Hygiene: Follow strict HMA-certified Halal and food safety guidelines. Clean, sanitize, and break down the vertical rotisserie equipment daily.
• Collaboration: Communicate effectively with the rest of the kitchen team and front-of-house staff to process orders accurately and minimize ticket times.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 2 years of dedicated experience as a Shawarma Cook or Mediterranean Chef in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant.
• Technical Knife Skills: Proven ability to quickly and cleanly shave thin, perfect slices of meat from a vertical spit manually or using an electric knife.
• Flavor Expertise: Deep understanding of Mediterranean spices, marinades, meat preparation, and traditional sauce recipes.
• Physical Stamina: Comfort working in a hot environment next to open broilers, standing for long periods, and lifting heavy meat spits (up to 40 lbs).
• Reliability: A team player who is punctual and available to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wages or salary commensurate with your experience.
• Meal discounts on our diverse menu.
• A stable, energetic, and supportive team environment with a business rooted in the community for a quarter-century.
• Opportunity to launch and grow a highly anticipated new menu category.