Assistant Kitchen Manager

Boston Pizza International, Inc. (Calgary); Mississauga; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Pizza in Mississauga is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, mentor cooks, and ensure timely, high‑quality meals.

You will train and develop kitchen staff, manage performance, and lead the team during busy service while upholding food safety and brand standards.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to guest satisfaction and a respectful workplace culture, this role offers opportunities for growth within Boston Pizza.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and coaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure food quality and safety.
• Train, develop and manage performance of kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Training

Coaching

Time Management

Communication

Guest Service

Job description

Assistant Kitchen Manager (AKM)

Assistant Kitchen Managers at Canada's leading casual dining restaurant, Boston Pizza, oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, including the training, development and performance management of kitchen employees. They are responsible for ensuring that our most important people, our Guests and team members, have an excellent Boston Pizza experience from start to finish. They also demonstrate outstanding leadership abilities, believe in championing a fun and safe work environment and contribute to a thriving workplace culture. The Assistant Kitchen Manager leads the team during operations focusing on serving perfect food, everytime and to work with a sense of purpose and urgency.

Why Is BP A Great Place To Work?

• What is important to you matters to us, so we have raised the bar to provide flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle and contributes to your life-work balance
• Come for a job, stay for a career – there are exciting opportunities for career growth within the restaurant or at Boston Pizza head office
• Build relationships and give back to your local community
• Boston Pizza Scholarship Program *
• Management Training Programs, Leadership Development conferences and access to dynamic mentorship programs and initiatives
• A respectful culture and work environment where your feedback matters
• Fantastic reward and recognition programs

What does a successful Assistant Kitchen Manager look like?

• Leads by example and works alongside their team members
• Achieves goals through strong organizational skills and effective time management
• Builds relationships by finding common ground and working cohesively with all team members
• Committed to championing the 'Heart of Hospitality,' Boston Pizza's Brand Standards and Food Safety
• Effectively communicates, sharing goals, challenges and is continuously coaching the team on ways to progress
• Maintains composure and thrives in a fast pace environment
• Driven by professional development opportunities, and is consistently seeking new learning and skill-building moments

Pay Range: $18.00 - $21.00 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!