Hands-On Kitchen Leader — Assistant Chef Manager

Farmboyinc; Barrie; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit program

10% in-store discount

On-the-job training

Internal promotions for growth

Community programs

Job summary

Farm Boy is seeking a hands-on Department Manager in Barrie, Ontario to help lead the delivery of exceptional food and service experiences. You will partner with the Department Manager to drive daily excellence, coach the team, and support operations across the department.

You bring a Culinary Management post-secondary program and at least 1 year of supervisory or management experience. Fluency in English is required; French is an asset. Accommodations available.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary program with emphasis in Culinary Management, plus 1 year of supervisory or management experience.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing priorities.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills with good math aptitude.
• Experience with computer software programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of exceptional food and service experiences reflecting Farm Boy’s commitment to the best fresh shopping experience.
• Partner with the Department Manager to execute departmental strategies and achieve goals.
• Coach and develop the team, maintaining trust and professionalism.
• Lead regular huddles to share goals, celebrate successes, and encourage feedback.
• Prepare and cook fresh offerings for hot and cold bars and grill stations.
• Support store operations including merchandising, staffing, cleanliness.
• Provide office and administrative support such as inventory, ordering, scheduling, payroll.
• Ensure compliance with policies and government regulations, health & safety, HACCP.
• Attend to additional duties as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Culinary knowledge

Food Safety

Education

Culinary Management program

Job description

Farm Boy is seeking a hands-on Department Manager in Barrie, Ontario to help lead the delivery of exceptional food and service experiences. You will partner with the Department Manager to drive daily excellence, coach the team, and support operations across the department.

You bring a Culinary Management post-secondary program and at least 1 year of supervisory or management experience. Fluency in English is required; French is an asset. Accommodations available.