JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Kitchen Lead to oversee and elevate the daily operations of our kitchen. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, a focus on training and team development, and a passion for maintaining the highest standards of food quality, safety, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction. This role is central to ensuring the kitchen runs efficiently while supporting a positive and collaborative culture.

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience in kitchen leadership, restaurant management, or a similar role within the food industry.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train, and develop a diverse team.
• Experience creating and managing staff schedules to balance efficiency and labor needs.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, cleaning protocols, and best practices in food preparation.
• Excellent organizational skills with an eye for detail and consistency.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities to work collaboratively with both kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Previous experience as a cook or chef is highly desirable.
  Join us as we strive to deliver outstanding culinary experiences while leading, training, and inspiring a dynamic team to uphold excellence in every aspect of the kitchen.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Hospitality: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Smart Serve (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

• Lead, supervise, and schedule kitchen staff to ensure proper coverage and smooth service during all shifts.
• Provide hands-on training and continuous coaching to new and existing team members on cooking techniques, food safety, service standards, and company policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times, setting the standard for cleanliness and enforcing daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning checklists.
• Oversee food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation to ensure consistent quality and portion control.
• Monitor inventory levels, place orders, and manage stock rotation to minimize waste and ensure the kitchen is always well-prepared.
• Collaborate closely with the front-of-house team to align on service flow, timing, and customer experience.
• Address and resolve any customer concerns promptly and professionally.
• Assist with menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal items, customer feedback, and creative new ideas.
• Ensure all health, safety, and food-handling regulations are followed consistently.
• Track kitchen workflow, manage orders through the POS system, and adapt staffing or processes to meet demand.
• Support hiring by interviewing and onboarding new staff members when required.