kitchen manager

Boston Pizza International, Inc. (New Glasgow); Alberta; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Pizza, a leading casual dining restaurant in Canada, is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations. This role involves managing a team, ensuring food safety compliance, and driving sustainability goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospitality, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for food quality.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Opportunities for career growth

Management training programs

Leadership development conferences

Mentorship initiatives

Reward and recognition programs

Qualifications

• Proactive, hands-on kitchen leader with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experienced in high-volume kitchen environments.
• Knowledgeable in AHS food safety standards and audit protocols.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with Boston Pizza standards.
• Lead pre-shift meetings, line checks, and safety audits.
• Manage food and supply inventory, control costs, and minimize waste.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

College Degree / Diploma in Hospitality industry

Job description

The Kitchen Manager at Canada's leading casual dining restaurant, Boston Pizza, oversees the daily operations of the kitchen, including managing, scheduling, training, and controlling food and labour costs. The Kitchen Manager leads the team during operations, focusing on serving perfect food every time and working with a sense of purpose and urgency.

Additionally, they oversee the inventory and ordering of food and supplies, as well as the receiving and preparation of all foodstuffs according to BP policies and practices. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for ensuring that our most important people—our guests and team members—have an excellent Boston Pizza experience from start to finish. They demonstrate outstanding leadership abilities, champion a fun and safe work environment, and contribute to a thriving workplace culture.

Why Is BP A Great Place To Work?

• Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle and promotes work-life balance
• Opportunities for career growth within the restaurant or at Boston Pizza head office
• Build relationships and give back to your local community
• Management training programs, leadership development conferences, and mentorship initiatives
• A respectful culture and work environment where your feedback matters
• Reward and recognition programs

Responsibilities: What does a successful Kitchen Manager look like?

• Leads by example and works alongside team members
• Achieves goals through strong organizational skills and effective time management
• Builds relationships by finding common ground and working cohesively with all team members
• Champions the "Heart of Hospitality," Boston Pizza's brand standards, and food safety standards
• Communicates effectively, sharing goals and challenges, and coaches the team for continuous improvement
• Maintains composure and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Seeks ongoing professional development and skill-building opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with Boston Pizza standards and Alberta Health Services regulations
• Lead pre-shift meetings, line checks, and safety audits to uphold food safety and quality
• Manage food and supply inventory, control costs, and minimize waste
• Drive sustainability goals—reduce packaging costs by 12-15% compared to 2024
• Maintain equipment functionality and coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance
• Lead, coach, and develop your kitchen team with ongoing training and performance reviews
• Ensure a clean, organized, and motivating work environment

Goals You’ll Be Measured On

• 100% compliance on audits (AHS, CBSA, Steritech) with zero P1 or P2 violations
• Staff turnover rate
• Positive guest and team satisfaction feedback

Qualifications

A proactive, hands-on kitchen leader with strong organizational and communication skills. Passionate about food quality, safety, and team development. Experienced in high-volume kitchen environments. Knowledgeable in AHS food safety standards and audit protocols.

• Food Safety and First Aid certification
• College Degree / Diploma in Hospitality industry