Kitchen Manager – Bent Taco

Collingwood’s most unique and exciting restaurant is looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to take the reins!

For over 10 years, Bent Taco has been part of Collingwood’s fabric, serving exceptional MexiCali-inspired cuisine in one of the area’s most vibrant and distinctive spaces.

We’re looking for someone who is energetic, positive, team-oriented and passionate about great food and memorable guest experiences. If you’re a strong cook, a natural leader and someone who thrives in a busy kitchen, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee the day-to-day operation of the kitchen
- Cook on the line — this is a hands-on, working Kitchen Manager position
- Continually train and develop kitchen staff to ensure consistently excellent food
- Ensure all food, health and workplace safety standards are met or exceeded
- Assist with ongoing menu development, daily features and event planning
- Manage inventory control, including portion control, food costing, weekly inventory counts and invoice entry
- Scheduling - focus on labour management
- Support team building and maintain a positive, respectful kitchen environment




- Work closely with the management team to provide an excellent guest experience

Qualifications

- Minimum three years of line-cooking experience in a high-volume restaurant
- Minimum one year of proven supervisory or kitchen leadership experience
- Valid Food Handler/Food Safety Certification
- Robust critical-thinking and problem-solving skills a must
- Experience with Southern California-Mexican cuisine is an asset
- Team-first mentality and a positive attitude
- Computer proficiency
- Excellent knife skills
- Ability to remain organized and composed in a fast-paced environment

Compensation and Perks

- Competitive wage
- Focus on work/life balance
- BOH tip-out
- Free staff meal when working
- Friends-and-family discounts
- Staff functions and events

If you’re ready to lead a strong kitchen team and become part of one of Collingwood’s landmark restaurants, apply today!

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 44.0 per week

Benefits:

- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- Store discount

Work Location: In person

📌 Bent Taco Kitchen Manager (Canada)
🏢 Bent Taco
📍 Canada