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Kitchen ManagerBlue Shock • Ontario
Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager

Blue Shock • Ontario
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

An exciting opportunity to lead a fast paced kitchen, build strong teams, and take pride in consistent execution and high standards.

About Us :

Blue Shock Executive Search, established in 2003, is a renowned executive search firm excelling in recruiting top-tier candidates across restaurant, hospitality, and food service-related sectors. As industry leaders, we specialize in forging connections between exceptional talent and leading employers in Canada and the US. Our dedicated team acts as your career architects, focusing on connecting you with opportunities that align with your skills and aspirations. We are passionate about propelling your career forward, ensuring that the next step you take is not just a job but a fulfilling journey. Partner with us, and let's build your success story together.

Client Summary :

This internationally established restaurant brand operates high-energy, high-volume dining rooms known for bold menus, strong beverage programs, and a guest experience that performs at scale. The concept is built on consistency, pace, and attention to detail, balancing structure with personality to create spaces that feel lively, welcoming, and always in motion. Guests come for the atmosphere as much as the food, and teams thrive in an environment where standards matter, systems are clear, and execution is taken seriously.

Job Title : Kitchen Manager

Location : Toronto, Ontario

Job Description : The Kitchen Manager holds full responsibility for all kitchen operations, setting the culinary direction and ensuring a seamless, profitable, and memorable dining experience. This leadership role includes managing and developing a high performing team, overseeing food and labor budgets, enforcing exceptional quality and consistency, and optimizing efficiency across all culinary functions while cultivating a positive, engaged team culture

Offer :

  • Competitive Compensation : They offer a competitive salary package, ensuring your skills and contributions are duly recognized. Ranging from $90,000 - $100,000 as a total compensation package.
  • Vacation and Leave : Enjoy a generous vacation policy, allowing you the flexibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Comprehensive Benefits : The benefits package includes dental coverage, health insurance, and other wellness perks.
  • Opportunities / Development : Deepen your leadership capabilities and refine your culinary expertise through direct involvement in high level decision making. Strengthen your skills by collaborating closely with senior operational and corporate leaders. Take part in advanced development seminars and industry conferences. Contribute to future growth by playing a key role in new restaurant openings across Canada and the United States

Responsibilities :

  • Lead all day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service execution and adherence to budgetary and operational guidelines.
  • Contribute to culinary execution as needed to maintain consistency and excellence.
  • Uphold exceptional standards of food quality and presentation while driving a culture of teamwork, motivation, and high performance.
  • Manage and develop the kitchen team through hiring, training, scheduling, performance management, and ongoing mentorship.
  • Monitor and evaluate food quality, service levels, and operational efficiency, addressing guest or dietary needs in partnership with appropriate professionals.
  • Create accurate staffing schedules that support business needs while meeting budget expectations.
  • Serve as a key member of the leadership team, supporting cross functional operations and acting as designate in the General Manager’s absence.
  • Qualifications : To excel in this role, you should possess :

  • Prior experience in a senior leadership role within a full-service restaurant or bar.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities : a commitment to inspiring and empowering those around you to consistently perform at their best.
  • Energetic and optimistic demeanor.
  • Exceptional culinary production skills.
  • Capable of delivering consistent culinary and leadership guidance, especially during high-revenue periods.
  • Thrives in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
  • Dedicated to supporting and creating a positive, inclusive and diverse work environment.
  • Out-of-Country Applicants : We appreciate your interest in our organization. Regrettably, currently, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assistance with international relocation. To be considered for this position, we kindly request that applicants presently reside in Canada. Thank you for your understanding.

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