Kitchen Dept Lead: Mentor, Ops & Service

Longo's; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible benefits

Career advancement

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Longo's in Canada is seeking a Kitchen Assistant Department Manager who is passionate about food and thrives in a fast-paced, team environment. You will support the Food Service Manager to ensure daily operations run smoothly and uphold our standards.

This full-time leadership role offers wage benefits, growth opportunities, and a collaborative culture centered on service, teamwork, and fresh, high-quality product.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year experience in a food service department with a solid understanding of product knowledge.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to build relationships with Team Members and Customers.
• Ability to lead, coach, motivate and work in a fast paced environment.
• Strong computer skills and ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Ownership to resolve issues with a sense of urgency.
• Effective communication and listening skills.
• Strong creativity skills and ability to create eye catching displays.
• Ability to role model and inspire behaviour consistent with our values

Responsibilities

• Motivate and mentor Team Members
• Provide support with regular team meetings
• Coach and train Team Members to maintain the highest level of productivity
• Handle Team Member and customer issues
• Uphold company policies and procedures including health & safety, food safety and loss prevention
• Merchandise, manage inventory and schedule to meet financial objectives
• Provide exceptional customer service to all Team Members, Customers and Vendors

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Computer skills

Job description

Longo's in Canada is seeking a Kitchen Assistant Department Manager who is passionate about food and thrives in a fast-paced, team environment. You will support the Food Service Manager to ensure daily operations run smoothly and uphold our standards.

This full-time leadership role offers wage benefits, growth opportunities, and a collaborative culture centered on service, teamwork, and fresh, high-quality product.