Job Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager/Cook to oversee daily kitchen operations and prepare high-quality meals. This role combines cooking and food preparation with team leadership, helping ensure a safe, organized, and welcoming environment for guests and staff. The ideal candidate brings experience in a restaurant, kitchen, or broader food industry setting and is comfortable supporting food service operations.

Responsibilities

- Prepare, cook, and present menu items consistently while maintaining quality and portion standards.
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, including prep schedules, workflow, and cleanliness.
- Lead and support kitchen staff by assigning tasks, coordinating service, and providing on-the-job guidance.
- Maintain safe food handling practices and follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
- Monitor ingredients and supplies, communicate replenishment needs, and help reduce food waste.
- Coordinate with front-of-house staff to support smooth service and a positive hospitality experience.
- Assist with serving or bartending duties when needed, based on operational needs and qualifications.




- Address routine kitchen challenges promptly and communicate important issues to management.

Qualifications

- Previous cooking, food preparation, and food service experience preferred.
- Kitchen experience and familiarity with restaurant operations or restaurant management are strong assets.
- Supervising experience, team management skills, and demonstrated leadership ability are preferred.
- Knowledge of food handling, food safety, sanitation, and safe kitchen practices.
- Hospitality experience and the ability to work collaboratively with both kitchen and service teams.
- Serving or bartending experience is a plus.
- Strong organization, communication, and time-management skills.
- Ability to remain composed and productive in a fast-paced food service environment.

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 30.0 per week

Benefits:

- Discounted or free food
- Adaptable schedule

Experience:

- Cooking: 5 years (required)
- Management: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Food Safety Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

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