Assistant Director
2 weeks ago
**Job Title: Assistant Director**
**Location**: Little Kitchen Academy, Point Grey
**Reports to**: Director
**Employment Type**: Full-Time
**Schedule**: Weekdays, Weekends, Evenings as Required
**About Little Kitchen Academy**
Little Kitchen Academy (LKA) is the first-of-its-kind, Montessori-inspired cooking academy for children ages three through teen. Our purpose is to empower children to make independent choices and develop a healthy relationship with food and themselves. We are building a movement to radically change lives from scratch, with joy, mindfulness, and responsibility at our core.
**Position Overview**
The **Assistant Director** is a dynamic leader who supports the day-to-day operations, brand integrity, and student experience at their location. This role ensures alignment with LKA’s mission, values, and operational standards while driving business performance and educational outcomes. The Assistant Director serves as a second-in-command to the Director, stepping into leadership as needed, and fostering a culture of excellence, safety, and innovation.
**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**
- Work to manage environment upkeep, cleaning and sanitation, supply inventory, and equipment maintenance.
- Take on ingredient ordering and recipe organization to prepare for upcoming classes.
- Assist in training team members and collaborate with the Director to plan, assign, and manage workloads effectively.
- Provide performance feedback, participating in employee recognition and support, ensuring instructors are held accountable.
- Build and maintain class/session schedules within registration software each season, ensuring accurate and timely updates.
- Support the Director in building relationships with local schools and community partners.
- Assist the Director in ensuring ongoing compliance with health, fire, and sanitation regulations related to food preparation and classroom safety.
- Engage in teaching and support of ongoing classes.
**Qualifications & Requirements**
- 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role in education, hospitality, child development, or culinary environments
- Strong operational and team management skills; detail-oriented with a passion for systems and structure
- Proven ability to inspire, mentor, and build high-functioning teams
- Excellent communication skills with children, families, and team members
- First Aid/CPR certification (including with children) and Food Safe Level 1 required or attainable prior to start
- Understanding of or experience with Montessori or progressive education models is a strong asset
- Availability for evenings and weekends, based on operational needs
**What Success Looks Like**
- Smooth daily operations and seamless team coordination
- High enrolment conversion and family retention rates
- A safe, joyful, and empowering environment for all students and staff
- A respected and inspiring leadership presence within the studio
**Why Join LKA?**
You’ll be part of a passionate and visionary team that’s creating a better world by teaching children how to cook, eat, and live mindfully. At Little Kitchen Academy, we don’t just run classes — we’re building the foundation for healthier, happier lives.
Pay: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
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