Kitchen Leader: Food Quality, Team Growth & Operations

T&J Travel Centers; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for growth in leadership

A supportive kitchen environment

Job summary

T&J Travel Centers in Odessa, Texas is seeking a Kitchen Manager for the Tarzan Grill. This leadership role focuses on maintaining high food quality standards, developing kitchen team members, and ensuring smooth kitchen operations. Ideal candidates will be organized, disciplined, and exhibit a strong ownership mentality.

The role offers a competitive salary of 22 - 30 USD per hour, with the opportunity to thrive in a family-style culture built on teamwork and respect.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain food quality standards on every plate.
• Experience in training and developing kitchen team members.
• Proven track record in managing inventory and food supplier ordering.
• Knowledge of food safety protocols and kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Run the Tarzan Grill kitchen, ensuring high food quality standards.
• Develop and manage the kitchen team and oversee food orders.
• Control waste and maintain a clean and organized kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with food safety protocols.

Skills

Ownership mentality

Strong food standards

Coaching and training

Organized and disciplined

Composure under pressure

Servant leadership

Values-aligned (Humble, Hungry, Smart)

Job description

T&J Travel Centers in Odessa, Texas is seeking a Kitchen Manager for the Tarzan Grill. This leadership role focuses on maintaining high food quality standards, developing kitchen team members, and ensuring smooth kitchen operations. Ideal candidates will be organized, disciplined, and exhibit a strong ownership mentality.

The role offers a competitive salary of 22 - 30 USD per hour, with the opportunity to thrive in a family-style culture built on teamwork and respect.