Kitchen Manager

Location: Santa Lucia Pizza – 905 Corydon Avenue, Winnipeg, MB
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $45,000–$60,000 per year
Performance Bonus: Earn an additional $1,000–$3,000 per month based on performance and achievement of company goals.

About the Role

Santa Lucia Pizza is looking for an experienced, motivated, and hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen team. We are seeking a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about food quality, and knows how to build a positive team culture while maintaining excellent operational standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys leading people, improving kitchen performance, and making a direct impact on the success of the restaurant.

What You'll Do

- Lead and oversee all daily kitchen operations.
- Supervise, coach, and motivate a team of approximately 12–15 kitchen staff.
- Ensure all food is prepared consistently and meets our quality standards.
- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation.
- Manage inventory, ordering, receiving, and stock rotation.
- Control food costs, waste, and portioning to achieve company targets.
- Monitor and manage labour costs through effective scheduling and staffing.
- Train, develop, and evaluate kitchen employees.
- Foster a positive, respectful, and productive work environment.
- Work closely with ownership and management to improve kitchen efficiency and profitability.




- Ensure all company policies and health regulations are followed.

What We're Looking For

- Previous experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or in a similar leadership role.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
- Experience controlling food cost, labour cost, and kitchen inventory.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to multitask and perform well under pressure.
- Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
- A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to excellence.
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Why Join Santa Lucia Pizza?

- Market-competitive salary of $45,000–$60,000 per year
- Monthly performance bonus of $1,000–$3,000
- Prospect for career growth within a well-established restaurant
- Supportive ownership and management team
- Positive and respectful workplace culture
- Be part of a team that values quality, leadership, and customer satisfaction

If you're an experienced Kitchen Manager who takes pride in leading high-performing teams, controlling costs, and delivering exceptional food and service, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Santa Lucia Pizza team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $5,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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