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Head Cook/Manager
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Backwoods Retreat
Rock, WV (In Person)
$50,960 Salary, Full-Time
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Company Overview Backwoods Retreat is a bar, restaurant, and live music venue located on the Hatfield-McCoy trail system in Rock, West Virginia. We host live bands, outdoor events, and serve food, cold drinks, and good times to the off-road and outdoor crowd in southern WV. We're locally owned and operated, and we treat this place like home because it basically is. If you like live music, the outdoors, and a laid back atmosphere, this is the place to work. Job Overview We're looking for a Head Cook/Manager to run our kitchen. You'll be responsible for food prep, cooking, menu execution, and making sure every plate that goes out is something you'd be proud to eat yourself. You'll be cooking for everything from regular bar nights to packed live music events. This is a hands-on leadership role. You're cooking and managing, not just telling people what to do. Responsibilities
- Lead all kitchen operations including food prep, cooking, and plating
- Help manage and train kitchen staff
- Execute our menu consistently and to standard every shift
- Plan and execute food service for live music events and special event nights
- Maintain food quality, portion control, and presentation
- Order supplies, manage inventory, and control food costs
- Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and up to health department standards
- Work with ownership on menu updates, specials, and seasonal items
- Handle high-volume service during peak times and live shows
- Open and/or close the kitchen as needed Skills
- Kitchen experience required, leadership experience a plus
- Comfortable running a kitchen and keeping things organized
- Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation
- Able to handle a busy night and stay cool under pressure
- Reliable and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Willing to learn and grow with us
Pay:
$20.00- $29.