Kitchen Manager

Boston Pizza; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in casual dining is seeking a dynamic Kitchen Manager to lead kitchen operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring high-quality food service, managing staff, and maintaining a thriving workplace culture. The Kitchen Manager will oversee inventory, training, and scheduling while championing a fun and safe work environment. With opportunities for career growth and a commitment to community involvement, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive and engaging atmosphere. If you're passionate about hospitality and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth Opportunities

Management Training Programs

Leadership Development Conferences

Mentorship Programs

Reward and Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in kitchen management preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as a sous chef or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and manage food/labour costs.
• Lead and train kitchen staff while maintaining food quality and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication

Food Safety

Job description

Overview Kitchen Manager (KM) - Boston Pizza Orleans

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.
• Build relationships and give back to your local community.
• 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.

Responsibilities

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 continuously coaches the team on ways to progress.
• Maintains composure and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Driven by professional development opportunities and consistently seeks new learning and skill-building moments.

Qualifications

Experience:

• Kitchen Management: 5 years (preferred)
• Sous chef or equivalent: 5 years (required)