Kitchen Manager

Boston Pizza International, Inc. (New Glasgow); Renfrew; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in casual dining is seeking a passionate Kitchen Manager. This role involves leading a dynamic team, ensuring operational excellence, and delivering an exceptional dining experience. With a focus on food safety and hospitality, you will be pivotal in fostering a positive workplace culture. The company offers flexible scheduling, career advancement opportunities, and a commitment to community engagement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are dedicated to exceeding guest expectations, this position is an exciting opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth Opportunities

Boston Pizza Scholarship Program

Management Training Programs

Leadership Development Conferences

Mentorship Initiatives

Reward and Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of food safety and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and manage staff.
• Control food and labor costs while ensuring quality.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Leadership

Food Safety

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Training

Job description

Overview

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 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, believe in championing 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
• Boston Pizza Scholarship Program *
• 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
• Communicates effectively, sharing goals and challenges, and coaches the team for continuous improvement
• Maintains composure and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Seeks professional development opportunities and continuously builds new skills

Qualifications

Boston Pizza has been established for over 50 years and is recognized as one of Canada's 50 Top Managed Companies for over 20 years. We are committed to the development and growth of our team members, integrity, philanthropy, and innovation. If you love working with people in a team environment and aim to exceed Guest expectations daily, Boston Pizza is the place for you!