Job Overview
Twisted Oaks is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager / Lead Cook to help lead and organize our kitchen operations. This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys cooking but can also manage the daily flow of a busy kitchen.
This role is responsible for maintaining food quality, overseeing prep and inventory, and helping ensure the kitchen runs efficiently during service.
Duties
- Oversee daily kitchen operations and work on the line during service
- Manage and organize all prep work to ensure the kitchen is ready each day
- Place food orders and manage inventory levels
- Follow and enforce all health department and food safety standards
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen at all times
- Work closely with ownership on menu items and weekly specials
- Help manage kitchen workflow during busy service periods
- Train and support kitchen staff when needed
Experience
- Previous kitchen leadership or management experience preferred
- Strong cooking skills and ability to work all stations
- Experience with food ordering and inventory management
- Knowledge of health codes and food safety standards
- Ability to stay organized and work under pressure
- Reliable, dependable, and able to lead by example
- Team-oriented with a positive attitudesettings
Twisted Oaks is a high-energy restaurant known for great food, live music, and community events. Our kitchen team works hard, moves fast, and takes pride in what we serve.
We are looking for someone who wants to take ownership of the kitchen and be part of a team that cares about quality and consistency.
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- How many years of professional kitchen experience do you have?
- Have you ever been responsible for placing food orders and managing inventory?
- Have you worked in a leadership role in a kitchen before (lead cook, kitchen manager, sous chef, etc.)?
- This role requires working in a fast-paced kitchen environment and being responsible for prep organization, food safety, and ordering. Are you comfortable with those responsibilities?
- In a few sentences, describe the busiest kitchen environment you have worked in.
Work Location: In person
