Assistant Kitchen Manager

Boston Pizza International, Inc. (New Glasgow); Westport (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in casual dining is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to lead kitchen operations. This role emphasizes outstanding leadership, teamwork, and a commitment to delivering excellent guest experiences. Join a vibrant workplace culture that values your input and offers flexible scheduling, career growth opportunities, and a supportive environment. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about culinary excellence, this position is perfect for you. Be part of a team that champions hospitality and community engagement while enjoying a fulfilling career.

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth Opportunities

Community Engagement

Scholarship Program

Management Training Programs

Leadership Development Conferences

Mentorship Initiatives

Reward and Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management or culinary roles.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and manage team performance.
• Ensure food safety and maintain brand standards.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Assistant Kitchen Manager (AKM)

Assistant Kitchen Managers at Canada's leading casual dining restaurant, Boston Pizza, oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, including the training, development, and performance management of kitchen employees. They are responsible for ensuring that our most important people, our Guests and team members, have an excellent Boston Pizza experience from start to finish. They also demonstrate outstanding leadership abilities, believe in championing a fun and safe work environment, and contribute to a thriving workplace culture. The Assistant Kitchen Manager leads the team during operations, focusing on serving perfect food every time and working with a sense of purpose and urgency.

Why Is BP A Great Place To Work?

• Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle and contributes to your 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 access to mentorship initiatives
• A respectful culture and work environment where your feedback matters
• Reward and recognition programs

Responsibilities

What does a successful Assistant Kitchen Manager look like?

• Leads by example and works alongside team members
• Achieves goals through 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 was established over 50 years ago 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 enjoy working with people in a team environment and aim to exceed Guest expectations daily, Boston Pizza is the place for you!