Kitchen Management

STATE & MAIN KITCHEN AND BAR

State & Main is an upscale, casual dining brand with locations across Canada. Our warm, energetic restaurants offer approachable elevated comfort foods, paired with craft cocktails and a broad range of wines. Our team shares a passion for delivering a quality experience to our guests. If you’re a hardworking, fun-loving person who enjoys the fast pace of the restaurant industry, we’d love to meet with you!

Our family of companies include Original Joe’s Restaurant & Bar, Elephant & Castle Pub and Restaurant, Anejo Restaurant and Blanco Cantina. We never stop looking for unique individuals who can infuse our restaurant and corporate workplaces with original ideas, creative solutions, and an extraordinary guest experience. We offer competitive wages, a comfortable work environment, flexible hours, benefit packages (for those who qualify) and a chance to grow right alongside us. By joining State & Main your future career opportunities are endless!

Job Summary

The Kitchen Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing the daily operations of our kitchen, ensuring that all food is prepared to the highest standards of quality and safety. This position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a diverse team in a fast-paced environment. The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for maintaining food safety protocols, managing inventory, and ensuring excellent customer service.

Duties

• Supervise kitchen staff, including cooks and food preparation personnel, to ensure efficient operations.
• Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to maintain high-quality standards.
• Implement and enforce food safety regulations and best practices within the kitchen.
• Manage inventory levels, including ordering supplies and minimizing waste.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and customer satisfaction.
• Train new kitchen employees on cooking techniques, safety procedures, and restaurant policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area in compliance with health regulations.
• Assist in menu planning and development based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.

Skills

Proven experience in team management within a restaurant setting.

Strong knowledge of food safety practices and regulations.

Excellent customer service skills with the ability to interact positively with guests.

Proficiency in food preparation techniques and cooking methods.

Familiarity with POS systems for order management.

Leadership qualities that inspire teamwork and foster a positive work environment.

Experience in bartending is a plus but not required.

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about culinary excellence and have a desire to lead a dynamic kitchen team while providing exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $45,000-$55,000 per year

Benefits :

Dental care

Extended health care

Life insurance

Paid time off

Schedule :

8 hour shifts

Weekend

Education :

Secondary School (preferred)

Experience :

Hospitality : 1 year (preferred)

Language :

English (preferred)

Licence / Certification :

Smart Serve (preferred)

Supplemental pay types :

Overtime pay

Tips

Ability to commute / relocate :

Vaughan, ON L4H 3T6 : reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience :

Cooking : 1 years (required)

1 Year Experience