Overview

Join our dynamic team as an Assistant Kitchen Manager and be a vital part of creating memorable dining experiences! This energetic role combines leadership, food service expertise, and team management to ensure smooth restaurant operations. You will support the hiring process, oversee kitchen activities, help maintain high standards in health and safety, strive for excellent food quality and customer satisfaction and be a strong leader of our team. If you’re passionate about the food industry, thrive in fast-paced environments, and enjoy mentoring others, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Responsibilities

- Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding new kitchen staff to build a talented, motivated team
- Be responsible for cleaning the kitchen in all areas- regular daily duties, dishwashing, and detailed weekly cleaning
- Support the Kitchen Manager in supervising daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to food safety standards
- Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to maintain quality and consistency across all menu items
- Supervise food handling procedures to ensure compliance with health regulations and safety protocols
- Lead team members by providing guidance on food service technique and hospitality standards
- Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service delivery and positive guest experiences
- Maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment while promoting teamwork and leadership among staff members
- Proven experience in food preparation, cooking, and restaurant management roles




- Strong supervisory skills with experience in team management and interviewing candidates
- Knowledge of food safety standards and proper food handling techniques
- Excellent customer service skills with a friendly, qualified demeanor
- Leadership qualities that motivate teams and foster a positive work environment
- Ability to multitask efficiently in fast-paced restaurant settings while maintaining attention to detail

Who You Are:

You have experience as a kitchen supervisor in a fast-paced restaurant environment! Plus, you have the right attitude and are considerate towards people. Stressful moments don’t get you down. You smoothly sail through adversity, create a positive employee experience and build your team’s morale. You have extensive knowledge regarding food safety and sanitation guidelines. Time management and task prioritization come easily to you. You are solution-focused and resourceful – you think on your feet effectively to find resolutions for any situation! Guests and quality service are always at the top of your priority list. Safety first: you are able to repetitively lift items weighted similar to a bag of potatoes. Standing for long periods of time is easy for you.

Please note that we will be interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and this role will be closed once the position has been filled. Please apply early to be considered for this position

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 44.0 per week

Benefits:

- Discounted or free food
- Store discount

Work Location: In person

📌 ORIGINAL JOES SUNDANCE HIRING ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER (Calgary)
🏢 Original Joe's Restaurant & Bar
📍 Calgary