Assistant Kitchen Manager

Boston Pizza International, Inc. (Calgary); Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Pizza Calgary is seeking an experienced Assistant Kitchen Manager (AKM) to support daily kitchen operations and lead a team in a fast-paced restaurant. The role focuses on coaching staff, maintaining high food quality, and ensuring guest satisfaction while upholding safety standards.

You will work closely with the Kitchen Manager, driving performance, scheduling, and training initiatives. This position offers growth opportunities and a dynamic team environment in Calgary.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant kitchen experience, with supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, and food safety
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to coach, motivate, and hold team members accountable
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced restaurant environment
• Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Responsibilities

• Support the Kitchen Manager in overseeing daily kitchen operations
• Lead and supervise kitchen staff during assigned shifts
• Ensure food is prepared and presented according to Boston Pizza standards
• Monitor food quality, portion control, consistency, and ticket times
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety
• Assist with food preparation, line setup, and kitchen operations as needed
• Train, coach, and develop kitchen team members
• Provide ongoing feedback and support to help team members succeed
• Assist with scheduling, shift organization, and team deployment
• Help manage labour and productivity during shifts
• Monitor inventory, prep levels, and product usage
• Communicate product shortages, equipment issues, and operational concerns to management
• Ensure proper opening, shift-change, and closing procedures are followed
• Help resolve kitchen and service issues quickly and professionally
• Promote a positive, respectful, and accountable team culture
• Lead by example and maintain a professional attitude at all times
• Support the Kitchen Manager with achieving operational, financial, and guest service goals

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Communication

Coaching

Decision making

Sanitation

Organization

Reliability

Job description

Assistant Kitchen Manager (AKM)

Starting at $18/hour + approximately $2.50 - $3.00/hour in tips

Join the Boston Pizza team and take the next step in your restaurant leadership career!

We’re looking for an Assistant Kitchen Manager (AKM) to join our team at Boston Pizza. If you’re an experienced kitchen professional who enjoys leading a team, maintaining high standards, and keeping operations running smoothly in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to have you on board!

As an Assistant Kitchen Manager, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Kitchen Manager and restaurant management team. You’ll help lead daily kitchen operations, coach and develop team members, maintain food quality and safety standards, and ensure the kitchen consistently delivers an excellent guest experience.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous restaurant kitchen experience, with supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, and food safety
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to coach, motivate, and hold team members accountable
• Ability to remain calm and make effective decisions during busy service periods
• Strong understanding of cleanliness, sanitation, and food quality standards
• Reliable, dependable, and willing to take initiative
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to work effectively as part of a management team
• Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced restaurant environment

Compensation

• Starting wage: $18.00/hour
• Additional tips: approximately $2.50 - $3.00/hour
• Estimated total earnings: approximately $20.50 - $21.00/hour, depending on hours and tip distribution
• Opportunities for increased responsibility and career advancement
• Management training and leadership development opportunities

Why Work at Boston Pizza?

At Boston Pizza, we believe work should be more than just a job. We’re committed to creating a fun, respectful, and supportive workplace where our team members can grow.

When you join our team, you can enjoy:

• Flexible scheduling that supports your lifestyle and work-life balance
• Opportunities for career growth within the restaurant and Boston Pizza head office
• Management training and leadership development opportunities
• Mentorship programs and professional development
• Employee recognition and reward programs
• Opportunities to build relationships and give back to the local community
• Access to the Boston Pizza Scholarship Program*
• A respectful team environment where your ideas and feedback matter

Ready to Join the Team?

If you’re an experienced kitchen leader who is ready to take on more responsibility, develop a team, and help drive a successful kitchen operation, apply today!

Come for a job. Stay for a career. Join the Boston Pizza team!

What You’ll Do

• Support the Kitchen Manager in overseeing daily kitchen operations
• Lead and supervise kitchen staff during assigned shifts
• Ensure food is prepared and presented according to Boston Pizza standards
• Monitor food quality, portion control, consistency, and ticket times
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety
• Assist with food preparation, line setup, and kitchen operations as needed
• Train, coach, and develop kitchen team members
• Provide ongoing feedback and support to help team members succeed
• Assist with scheduling, shift organization, and team deployment
• Help manage labour and productivity during shifts
• Monitor inventory, prep levels, and product usage
• Communicate product shortages, equipment issues, and operational concerns to management
• Ensure proper opening, shift-change, and closing procedures are followed
• Help resolve kitchen and service issues quickly and professionally
• Promote a positive, respectful, and accountable team culture
• Lead by example and maintain a professional attitude at all times
• Support the Kitchen Manager with achieving operational, financial, and guest service goals

Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.00 CAD Hourly

Boston Pizza was established over 50 years ago and is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's 50 Top Managed Companies for over 20 years in a row. We are committed to the development & growth of our team members, integrity, philanthropy and innovation. If you love working with people in a team environment and believe in exceeding the expectations of Guests daily, Boston Pizza is the place for you!

Boston Pizza was established over 50 years ago and is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's 50 Top Managed Companies for over 20 years in a row. We are committed to the development & growth of our team members, integrity, philanthropy and innovation. If you love working with people in a team environment and believe in exceeding the expectations of Guests daily, Boston Pizza is the place for you!