Kitchen Manager

Boston Pizza International, Inc. (New Glasgow); Saint John; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Pizza in Saint John, NB is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, lead a busy team, manage scheduling, training, and cost controls while upholding Boston Pizza standards for quality and guest experience.

You will monitor food safety, inventory, and supplier relations, coach staff, and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment that supports growth and exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen staff in a high-volume environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and practices.
• Ability to manage costs, inventory, and labor efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Leads by example and directs kitchen operations during shifts.
• Manages scheduling, training, and performance coaching of kitchen staff.
• Maintains food safety, portion control, and quality standards to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

Team leadership

Food cost control

Scheduling

Training

Food Safety

Communication

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 the managing, scheduling, training, and control over 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 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?

• 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

Responsibilities

What does a successful Kitchen Manager look like?

• Leads by example and works alongside theirteam 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, challenges and is continuously coaching the team on ways to progress
• Maintains composure and thrives in a fast pace environment
• Driven by professional development opportunities, and is consistently seeking new learning and skill-building moments

Qualifications

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!