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Secco Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Hamilton is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure food quality. The ideal candidate will have a secondary school graduation certificate and experience in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include menu planning, staff training, and inventory management, making this a critical role in delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience in a kitchen management role.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations and staff effectively.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate special events and manage kitchen operations.
• Train staff in food preparation and handling.
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements.

Skills

Client focus

Flexibility

Initiative

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Time management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting

• Restaurant

Tasks

• Co-ordinate special events
• Determine the size of food portions and costs
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Order supplies and equipment
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Recruit and hire staff
• Manage kitchen operations

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years