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King Tandoori Rutherford; Brampton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned restaurant, King Tandoori Rutherford, is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will coordinate special events, prepare and cook meals, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations. Successful applicants should possess a secondary school diploma and have 1-2 years of related experience. The role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality food experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar kitchen environment.
• Dependable, flexible, and organized.
• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate special events and manage kitchen operations.
• Ensure food preparation is compliant with safety and dietary requirements.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain inventory.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Time management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Education:

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting:

• Restaurant

Tasks:

1. Coordinate special events
2. Determine the size of food portions and costs
3. Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
4. Requisition food and kitchen supplies
5. Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
6. Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
7. Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
8. Inspect kitchens and food service areas
9. Train staff in preparation, cooking, and handling of food
10. Order supplies and equipment
11. Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
12. Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies, and equipment
13. Clean kitchen and work areas
14. Recruit and hire staff
15. Organize buffets and banquets
16. Manage kitchen operations

Security and safety:

• Basic security clearance

Transportation / travel information:

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability:

• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management

Experience:

• 1 year to less than 2 years
• Permanent position
• Language of work: English
• Work hours: 32 hours per week