Lead Culinary Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada The Drake Full time
Culinary Excellence at The Drake

We are seeking a seasoned Sous Chef to join our dynamic kitchen leadership team. This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced culinary professional and inspiring leader who is looking for a rewarding hospitality career with opportunities for advancement.

About the Role

This key position provides operational + kitchen management excellence in a high-volume business, requiring a proven desire to strive for continuous culinary innovation. As a member of our small, interdependent management team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining exceptional standards while achieving revenue targets.

Responsibilities:
  • Reporting to The Executive Chef, you will oversee opening and closing procedures, ensuring seamless kitchen operations.
  • You will lead by example, actively managing the team and resolving issues that may arise.
  • Maintain a strong focus on achieving and/or exceeding revenue targets within acceptable labor cost and service standard parameters.
  • Monitor and manage service, quality, health + safety, and cleanliness.
Requirements:
  • 3-5 years of progressive kitchen leadership experience in a fine or casual dining environment.
  • Demonstrated awareness of and interest in current culinary trends in the marketplace.
  • Operations management experience in a high-volume establishment with significant evening and catering/special events business.
  • Experienced trainer and mentor to large staff teams.
  • Patient, tactful, and diplomatic leadership skills to guide a diverse team of industry professionals.
Benefits:
  • We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, employee discounts, training + development support, and many other unique perks as part of joining our team.
  • Drake Hotel Properties is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a positive, supportive, and creative work environment that promotes equity, inclusiveness, and diversity.

We estimate the annual salary for this role to be around $80,000 - $110,000 CAD, depending on experience and qualifications.



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