Kitchen Manager

3 brasseurs | 3 Brewers Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading brewery restaurant chain in Ottawa is looking for a Kitchen Manager to oversee kitchen operations and maintain quality standards. The role involves leading a dynamic team, ensuring food safety, and managing costs while promoting team development. Candidates should have strong leadership skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Full-time availability with flexible shifts is required, coupled with a focus on personal and professional development in a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Employer-paid group insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on meals

Fast-track opportunities for career advancement

Annual performance bonuses

Free employee parking

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage stress in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills with a focus on collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations to ensure quality standards.
• Promote food safety best practices.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, and training.

Skills

Stress management

Organization

Communication

Leadership

Team development

Job description

Things are brewing around here — and it’s not just hot air!

But who are Les 3 Brasseurs? We’re passionate people who carry on the tradition of delicious, handcrafted beer brewed right on site. At our restaurants, you can smell the hops and feel the warmth — it's all about authenticity, generosity, and a job well done, without the fuss.

Being a manager at 3 Brasseurs means working in a participative management environment where autonomy and accountability are key. Our Kitchen Manager role is hands‑on and full of opportunities to grow your career with us!

Join the 3 Brasseurs team and enjoy:

• 55% employer‑paid group insurance
• Employer‑covered Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts on meals
• Fast‑track opportunities for career advancement
• A company culture focused on personal and professional development
• A fun, friendly, and dynamic work environment
• Annual performance bonuses
• Free employee parking (or easy access to public transit in the Montreal area)

As Kitchen Manager, you’ll oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring every dish meets our quality standards. You’ll lead by example, inspiring your team to follow company procedures consistently. Key aspects of your role include hygiene and food safety management, organization, food quality, team development, and cost control.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure food quality and dish execution standards are met at all times
• Take a proactive approach to food safety by promoting and maintaining best practices, using checklists, and monitoring food and storage temperatures
• Supervise and coordinate various kitchen stations
• Handle recruitment, onboarding, training, succession planning, and team management
• Monitor stock rotation and manage inventory according to company standards
• Control food costs by enforcing recipe compliance, managing waste, and applying corrective actions when variances occur between theoretical and actual inventory
• Contribute to achieving financial goals
• Create team schedules and manage labor costs using standard tools, aligned with targets
• Promote and ensure health and safety by providing training and maintaining kitchen equipment
• Oversee cleanliness, preventive maintenance, and equipment repairs
• Supervise the pass to ensure accuracy, presentation, and prioritization of dine‑in, delivery, and take‑out orders
• Ensure smooth kitchen operations and step in wherever support is needed
• Handle administrative tasks such as payroll, scheduling, emails, follow‑ups, etc.

What you bring to the table:

• You manage stress well in a fast‑paced kitchen environment
• You’re organized and versatile, able to set priorities and work independently
• You communicate clearly and kindly, using active listening and openness to build trust and collaboration
• You see team development as a priority, offering real growth opportunities
• You have strong leadership skills that inspire, guide, and unite your team around a shared vision
• You show managerial courage when needed, while always staying tuned in to your team’s needs

Working conditions:

• Full‑time position (40 hours/week)
• Available Monday to Sunday, with two days off per week
• Participation in restaurant openings and closings, on a rotating schedule
• Variable shifts including days, evenings, and weekends, based on operational needs