Careers At Lajawab
Be part of Toronto's celebrated South Asian culinary landmark at 264 Markham Rd, Scarborough. We value passion, honesty, craftsmanship, and heartfelt hospitality.
Generous Pay & Tip Pool
Competitive hourly base rates plus transparent tip distribution across front and back of house.
Complimentary Staff Feasts
Enjoy authentic, hot tandoori grills, dum biryanis, and curries freshly cooked before or after every shift.
Authentic Culinary Mastery
Learn real clay tandoor handling, handi dum techniques, and generational spice formulation from seasoned masters.
Flexible Late-Night Scheduling
Morning, evening, and late-night weekend shifts that fit around your studies, family life, and lifestyle.
Current Openings (4)
All roles are based at our 264 Markham Rd Scarborough takeout kitchen and counter.
Head Tandoor & Grill Master
We are seeking a master of clay tandoor cooking with deep expertise in traditional South Asian marinades, live charcoal temperature control, and skewering techniques for seekh kababs, behari botis, and authentic breads.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee clay tandoor operations and live grill station.
- Execute high-volume grilling during peak evening and late-night hours (up to 3:00 AM).
- Maintain flawless food safety, hygiene, and station sanitation.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years proven experience in high-volume Indian tandoor cooking.
- Proficient in naan, roti, and flatbread dough preparation.
- Comfortable working fast-paced evening and late-night shifts.
Dum Biryani & Curry Line Cook
Join our core kitchen family to master authentic handi dum biryani layering, rich onion-tomato gravy reductions, and traditional slow-simmered curries.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare daily mise-en-place for biryani pots, fried onions, and spice reductions.
- Operate handi burners and monitor dum steam timing.
- Ensure consistent flavor profiles and exact packaging standards for takeout and delivery orders.
Qualifications
- Experience with South Asian spice combinations and rice layering.
- Strong team communication and reliability.
- Ability to handle heavy handis and kitchen equipment safely.
Front Counter & Order Specialist
The welcoming smile of Lajawab Biryani N Grills. You will greet takeout customers, manage online & phone orders, guide customers through our spice levels, and coordinate seamless order dispatch.
Key Responsibilities
- Warmly welcome takeout customers and coordinate order dispatch.
- Explain menu specialties, dietary options, and pairing recommendations.
- Process counter, phone, and online orders with accuracy and speed.
Qualifications
- Outgoing, polite, and enthusiastic interpersonal personality.
- Fluent in English; South Asian languages (Hindi/Urdu/Punjabi) are an asset.
- Flexible schedule with availability for late-night weekend shifts.
Catering & Event Sales Specialist
Help families and corporate clients across the Greater Toronto Area celebrate their weddings, birthdays, and milestones with Lajawab's renowned party trays and live tandoor setups.
Key Responsibilities
- Liaise with catering inquiries and formulate custom menu packages.
- Coordinate kitchen production and delivery logistics for party trays.
- Build long-term relationships with community centers, wedding venues, and corporate planners.
Qualifications
- Proven track record in event catering coordination.
- Exceptional customer service and organizational skills.