Kitchen Manager

Kibbi; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

Employee meals and discounts

Opportunities for career growth andadv

Job summary

Kibbi in Winnipeg is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead day-to-day back-of-house operations across restaurant, banquet, and breakfast services. You will oversee kitchen staff, ensure food quality and safety, manage inventory and costs, and drive menu execution with a focus on efficiency and consistency.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in kitchen management within high-volume hospitality, strong leadership and communication skills, and a solid grasp of food safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, Kitchen Supervisor, or similar role.
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, or hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of food costing, inventory management, and scheduling.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain composed under pressure.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead, schedule, train, and support the kitchen team.
• Oversee daily food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Manage inventory, ordering, food costs, and labour.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Support menu development and process improvements.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented kitchen environment.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Food safety

Inventory management

Staff training

Job description

Our client in the hospitality industry is looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead day-to-day back-of-house operations. This role oversees kitchen staff, food preparation, quality, inventory, food costs, and health and safety across restaurant, banquet, and breakfast operations.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, schedule, train, and support the kitchen team
• Oversee daily food preparation and kitchen operations
• Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Manage inventory, ordering, food costs, and labour
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
• Support menu development, recipe consistency, and operational improvements
• Foster a positive, respectful, and team-oriented kitchen environment

What You Bring

• 2+ years of experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, Kitchen Supervisor, or similar role
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, or hospitality environment
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
• Knowledge of food costing, inventory management, and scheduling
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain composed under pressure
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

What’s Offered

• Competitive salary with bonus potential
• Benefits package
• Paid time off
• Employee meals and discounts
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

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