Role overview

Kitchen Manager – Restaurant Operations
Hamilton, ON
Full-Time | Permanent
$60,000–$65,000 per year (DOE)
AMK Global is hiring a Kitchen Manager for a busy restaurant environment. Looking for a hands-on leader who can confidently run daily kitchen operations, maintain quality standards, and lead a strong BOH team during high-volume service and large events.
What You’ll Do:

Lead day-to-day kitchen operations and service execution.
Be present and support the team during peak service periods and events.
Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and speed of service.
Recruit, train, coach, and schedule BOH staff.
Manage labour costs, food cost, inventory, and ordering.
Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and support smooth operations.

What We’re Looking For:

4+ years of experience in a Kitchen Manager or similar BOH leadership role.
Experience working in high-volume and event-driven kitchens.
Strong leadership and team development skills.
Ability to perform well under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Good understanding of food cost, labour management, and inventory control.
Valid Food Safety Certification (required).

Apply now. If you enjoy leading from the front, creating great guest experiences through kitchen excellence, and running a high-performing team—we’d love to hear from you.