Fresh Food Leader (Kitchen Supervisor)

Healthy Planet Kitchen; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Exclusive employee discounts

GoodLife Fitness corporate membership discounts

Career-focused continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Healthy Planet Kitchen in Toronto is seeking a Fresh Food Leader to manage day-to-day operations, uphold food quality, and lead a dynamic team. This role is vital for maintaining food safety and ensuring kitchen efficiency while providing excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of relevant experience, a strong understanding of kitchen management, and a passion for healthy eating. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in a similar role.
• Proven kitchen management and team leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of food handling, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of Healthy Planet Kitchen.
• Ensure food safety and quality standards are maintained.
• Motivate and lead the kitchen team to provide excellent service.
• Oversee inventory and manage operational records.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Food safety compliance

Inventory management

Communication skills

Education

Food Handler Certification

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Bring your leadership and culinary skills to a kitchen that cares.

We are looking for a Fresh Food Leader to join our Healthy Planet family! Healthy Planet Commissary is an in-store concept dedicated to bringing real, fresh, and delicious food to our communities with a quality chef-created menu. Our offerings include soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, bowls, pizzas, cold-pressed juices, smoothies, breakfast items, baked goods, and snacks— all carefully prepared from scratch every day.

In this rewarding and challenging role, you’ll manage the full day-to-day operations of Healthy Planet Kitchen, uphold the highest quality and food safety standards, ensure accurate meal execution per recipes, maintain proper inventory levels, and lead the training and scheduling of our kitchen team. We provide an environment where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact.

The typical hiring range for this position is $22 to $24. Final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience, skill set, internal equity, and organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Ready to fuel and inspire healthy eating in your community? Step into a leadership role as a Kitchen Supervisor. Apply today!

Inventory & Operations Management

• Ensure inventory is ordered to meet business needs and products are rotated by best before dates.
• Manage all operational records including opening/closing procedures, fridge temperatures, dishwasher logs, and cleaning schedules.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper working condition of kitchen and storage areas; coordinate equipment repairs as needed.
• Receive and store all deliveries accurately and timely.
• Record and manage food waste and demo usage, adjusting inventory accordingly.
• Schedule team members based on business demands and operational needs.
• Oversee, coach, and ensure recipe preparation aligns strictly with specifications and quality standards.
• Motivate and engage kitchen staff to provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive team environment.
• Train new team members effectively and foster ongoing learning.
• Maintain open communication with the Store Manager for weekly planning and sales strategy.
• Memorize and confidently explain the full menu, including ingredients, benefits, taste profiles, and preparation details.
• Drive sales by ensuring promotions and demo stations are executed artfully and effectively.
• Provide friendly, knowledgeable food service to guests, handle inquiries, upsell products, and accommodate special requests when possible.

Food Safety

• Ensure all kitchen staff comply with health, safety, and food handling regulations.
• Enforce sanitation standards and safe food preparation protocols at all times.
• Adhere strictly to all food safety, sanitation regulations, and company policies.

Training & Compliance

• Completion of assigned training modules
• Ongoing participation in workshops and brand education sessions to stay current on wellness trends and company initiatives
• Demonstrated commitment to attendance, punctuality, team collaboration, and reliability

Other Duties

• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 3-5 years experience in a similar role
• Proven kitchen management and team leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of food handling, ingredients, and kitchen equipment (knives, ovens, stoves, etc.).
• Food Handler Certification is an asset.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and sanitation regulations in food service operations.
• Proficient in budgeting and inventory management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure both independently and within a team.
• Passion for health and wellness culinary space is a plus.
• Flexibility to work varied schedules including evenings and weekends.
• Enjoys coaching, teaching, and developing others.

You’ll Thrive Here If You Are

• A natural leader with a passion for healthy food and wellness.
• Detail-oriented with high standards for food quality and customer experience.
• Motivated to inspire and develop your team.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Eager to grow professionally and contribute to a positive work culture.

What We Offer

• An amazing work environment where collaboration, creativity, and fun are at the heart of everything we do
• Comprehensive medical benefits and a flexible spending account for full-time permanent employees—because we care about your health and well-being
• Exclusive employee discounts on our products—treat yourself while you help others find what they love
• Exciting internal growth opportunities to help you develop your skills, advance your career, and grow within the company
• Career-focused continuing education and development opportunities
• A supportive and inclusive company culture that celebrates individuality, fosters teamwork, and values your contributions
• GoodLife Fitness corporate membership discounts

Life at Healthy Planet

At Healthy Planet, we believe that our biggest strength lies in fostering a work environment where our employees feel at home and can be their true selves. We operate as a family, supporting each other to thrive both personally and professionally. Our culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, and a shared passion for making a positive impact on the world.

At Healthy Planet we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all team members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. Healthy Planet hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the position to be filled