Kitchen Manager

Boston Pizza International, Inc. (Calgary); Hamilton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Kitchen Manager to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant dining environment. This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing staff, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality and safety. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting, demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills while fostering a positive workplace culture. With a commitment to professional development and community engagement, this position offers exciting opportunities for career growth and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the hospitality sector. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences and leading a dedicated team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth Opportunities

Community Engagement

Scholarship Program

Management Training Programs

Leadership Development Conferences

Mentorship Programs

Reward and Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential for managing kitchen operations.
• Effective communication and time management are key to achieving goals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including managing and training staff.
• Control food/labour costs and ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication

Food Safety

Education

High School Diploma

Management Training

Job description

Kitchen Manager (KM)

The Kitchen Manager at Canada's leading casual dining restaurant, Boston Pizza, oversees the daily operations of the kitchen. This includes managing, scheduling, training, and controlling food/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, receiving and preparing 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, believe in championing a fun and safe work environment, and contribute to a thriving workplace culture.

Why Is BP A Great Place To Work?

• What is important to you matters to us, so we have raised the bar to provide flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle and contributes to your life-work balance.
• Come for a job, stay for a career – there are exciting opportunities for career growth within the restaurant or at Boston Pizza head office.
• Build relationships and give back to your local community.
• Boston Pizza Scholarship Program.
• Management Training Programs, Leadership Development conferences, and access to dynamic mentorship programs and initiatives.
• A respectful culture and work environment where your feedback matters.
• Fantastic reward and recognition programs.

What does a successful Kitchen Manager look like?

• Leads by example and works alongside their 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.
• Committed to championing the 'Heart of Hospitality,' Boston Pizza's Brand Standards, and Food Safety.
• Effectively communicates, sharing goals and challenges, and is continuously coaching the team on ways to progress.
• Maintains composure and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Driven by professional development opportunities and is consistently seeking new learning and skill-building moments.

Boston Pizza was established over 50 years ago and is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's 50 Top Managed Companies for over 20 years in a row. We are committed to the development & growth of our team members, integrity, philanthropy, and innovation. If you love working with people in a team environment and believe in exceeding the expectations of Guests daily, Boston Pizza is the place for you!