Hands-On Restaurant Ops Leader (BOH/FOH)

Push Operations; Area D (Elaho/Garibaldi); On-site; CAD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Discretionary incentive

Maternity/Parental leave top-up

Job summary

Tacofino is seeking a hands-on Restaurant Operator's right hand in British Columbia. This role is ~80% BOH leadership and 20% FOH support, stepping in when the Operator is away to keep service aligned and guest experience on track.

The ideal candidate leads with strong systems, coaching, cost control, and people development while delivering great food and maintaining a safe, collaborative kitchen culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary leadership in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen systems, food safety, inventory, and cost control.
• Leadership to run full restaurant when Operator is away.
• FOODSAFE Level 1 and Serving It Right certifications current or willingness to obtain them.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day BOH operations ensuring quality, recipes, portions, and speed.
• Support prep, line stations, and peak transitions.
• Oversee prep plans, station readiness, openings/closings, cleaning, and kitchen organization.
• Coach and develop BOH staff, onboard new hires, and manage scheduling with Operator.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, allergens, and workplace safety compliance.
• Balance labour, productivity, and cost with Operator assistance.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Kitchen systems

Food safety

Food cost

Inventory control

People leadership

Front-of-house support

Communication

Flex schedule

Education

FOODSAFE Level 1 & Serving It Right

Job description

Tacofino is seeking a hands-on Restaurant Operator's right hand in British Columbia. This role is ~80% BOH leadership and 20% FOH support, stepping in when the Operator is away to keep service aligned and guest experience on track.

The ideal candidate leads with strong systems, coaching, cost control, and people development while delivering great food and maintaining a safe, collaborative kitchen culture.