Kitchen Team Leader

Splitsville Bowl; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off food when you are working

$1 bowling

Ongoing training and development

Access to in-house management training

Mental health support benefits

Job summary

Splitsville Entertainment in Ottawa is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to guide the kitchen on shift, ensuring food is cooked to spec and safety standards are met.

You will supervise a team, maintain stock and rotation, and keep the pace fast while delivering a standout guest experience in a fun, high-energy setting. This role offers ongoing training and career development.

This position includes opportunities for fast-track advancement through our in-house programs and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team in a kitchen or food service role.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high food safety and quality standards.
• Strong guest-service focus with clear communication at all levels.
• Flexible to work varied shifts in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team on shift and ensure food is cooked to spec.
• Maintain stock levels and rotate inventory to prevent waste.
• Uphold kitchen standards and safety policies at all times.
• Contribute to a positive, energetic guest experience for every visit.

Skills

Team supervision

Positive attitude

Motivation skills

Guest service

Communication

Team player

Flexible hours

Fast-paced work

Relationship building

Job description

Are you looking for a fun and fast paced working environment?

Could you help us create lasting memories for our guests by providing an outstanding guest experience?

If so, then look no further!

The Why...

Join Splitsville as a Kitchen Team Leader and in return you'll get:

• 50% off food when you are working
• $1 bowling
• Ongoing training and development, with the opportunity to fast track your career
• Access to our in-house management training programs
• Mental health support benefits

To be eligible for this role, candidates must be of legal age to serve and handle alcohol in accordance with local licensing and employment laws.

The What...

As our Kitchen Team Leader you’ll lead the kitchen team on shift and be responsible for ensuring the food is cooked perfectly to spec every time. Kitchen standards and safety will also be top priority to you whilst making sure the stock levels and stock rotation are correct at all times. It’s fast paced and fun, to succeed with us you’ll have to love this type of environment.

Your professional and engaging guest service, along with your high energy and infectious enthusiasm will ensure our guests have an enjoyable, excellent value-for-money experience with every visit.

To be a successful Team Leader, we’ll want to see:

• Experience of supervising a team
• A positive attitude and approach to everything you do
• Ability to supervise and motivate a team to get the best out of them
• Ability to demonstrate excellent guest service and to have the ability to communicate at all levels
• Be able to work alone and as part of a team
• Flexible around working hours and shift pattern
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to build good working relationships with team members and guests

The Who...

Splitsville Entertainment is Canada’s premier family entertainment centre! Our modern facilities combine state-of-the-art 10 pin bowling, high-quality casual dining, arcades, laser tag, and other entertainment options to make your visit a one-of-a-kind experience.

At Splitsville we value diversity and inclusion, and we’re committed to creating a working environment that promotes equal opportunities. Individual differences and the contributions of all employees are recognised and valued and we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company.

If you think you have what it takes and would enjoy working in a fun, friendly, fast-paced environment - we would like to hear from you! Apply today!

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