Kitchen Manager

AMK Global Group; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AMK Global is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a high-volume kitchen, ensuring consistent food quality and smooth service during busy periods and large events. The role calls for a calm, strong leader who thrives under pressure and upholds high standards.

You will oversee daily operations, supervise the BOH team, and drive labour and inventory control while maintaining rigorous food safety practices. This position is onsite in Hamilton, Ontario.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years in a BOH leadership role (Kitchen Manager or equivalent).
• Proven experience in high-volume and event-driven kitchens.
• Strong leadership, organization, and people-development skills.
• Ability to stay calm and focused in high-pressure environments.
• Solid understanding of food cost, labour, and inventory control.
• Food Safety Certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and service execution.
• Be present and hands-on during peak service and events.
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and speed of service.
• Hire, train, schedule, and lead the BOH team.
• Manage labour, food cost, inventory, and ordering.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards.
• Work within established systems and step in where improvements are needed.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Operations management

People development

Food safety

Job description

AMK Global is hiring for Kitchen Manager to lead a high-volume kitchen, deliver consistent food quality, and manage busy service alongside large events. This role is ideal for a calm, strong leader who thrives under pressure and values high standards.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily kitchen operations and service execution
• Be present and hands-on during peak service and events
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and speed of service
• Hire, train, schedule, and lead the BOH team
• Manage labour, food cost, inventory, and ordering
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards
• Work within established systems and step in where improvements are needed.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 4+ years in a BOH leadership role (Kitchen Manager or equivalent)
• Proven experience in high-volume and event-driven kitchens
• Strong leadership, organization, and people-development skills
• Ability to stay calm and focused in high-pressure environments
• Solid understanding of food cost, labour, and inventory control
• Food Safety Certification is mandatory.