District Culinary Leader (Multi-Unit)

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality is seeking a District Chef to lead culinary direction across several Toronto area locations. You will drive menu development, ensure consistent quality, and collaborate with General Managers to elevate the guest experience while maximizing profitability.

This role requires strong leadership, an ability to balance creativity with financial performance, and a proven track record in high-volume hospitality environments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading senior culinary teams in high-volume environments.
• Strong business acumen with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Excellent communication and leadership across multiple locations.
• Willing to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic culinary leadership and direction across multiple restaurant locations, ensuring each unit reflects O&B's culinary standards and commitment to excellence.
• Establishes culinary priorities and strategies that support business objectives while maintaining consistency and operational excellence across the district.
• Partners with Executive Chefs and culinary leaders to support day-to-day operations, set clear expectations, and address operational challenges.
• Develops and implements systems and best practices that improve kitchen productivity, consistency, and continuous improvement across all units.
• Oversees menu development and evolution across locations to ensure creativity, relevance, and guest satisfaction.
• Ensures consistent execution of recipes, portioning, presentation, and food quality across sites.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Culinary leadership

Financial acumen

People development

Multi-unit supervision

Education

Red Seal certification

Food Handler certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Restaurant management systems

Job description

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality is seeking a District Chef to lead culinary direction across several Toronto area locations. You will drive menu development, ensure consistent quality, and collaborate with General Managers to elevate the guest experience while maximizing profitability.

This role requires strong leadership, an ability to balance creativity with financial performance, and a proven track record in high-volume hospitality environments.