Job Description

Welcome to United Bakers - A Toronto Tradition Since 1912

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Having been in business for over 100 years, we have a strong and inclusive culture, focused on personable hospitality and making our guests and staff 'feel at home.'


We are looking for a

highly motivated, experienced, and hands-on culinary leader

to join our team as a full-time

Assistant Kitchen Manager

. This role is critical to elevating the quality and presentation of our signature dishes.

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ROLE: Assistant Kitchen Manager

As a key member of the kitchen leadership team, your primary role is a blend of culinary execution and standards elevation. This is a

highly hands-on position (approx. 80% working the line)

, where you will lead by example to ensure the consistent, efficient, and sanitary production of food. You will directly support the Kitchen Manager and Owner in

driving culinary innovation, perfecting plating standards, and supervising back-of-house operations

to ensure superior guest satisfaction.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

Culinary Quality & Innovation:

Actively seek and implement opportunities to elevate existing culinary standards, focusing on enhanced freshness, presentation, and plate appeal.

Production Leadership:

Directly work the line during peak times (evenings/weekends), efficiently cooking and plating complex orders in line with brand standards.

Team Supervision & Training:

Provide direct, hands-on supervision and mentorship to Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, and Dishwashers, ensuring all staff adhere to operational protocols and performance standards.

Plating Consistency:

Develop, document, and train the BOH team on new, elevated plating techniques to ensure every dish meets a high, consistent standard.

Operational Excellence:

Coordinate seamlessly with serving and bakery staff to guarantee order accuracy and efficiency.

Sanitation & Safety:

Oversee and enforce rigorous cleaning, maintenance, and sanitation practices across the entire kitchen, ensuring compliance with all health regulations.

Inventory & Control:

Assist the Kitchen Manager with basic inventory management, date-labeling protocols, and minimizing waste.
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REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:

Must have a minimum of

3 years of progressive experience

in a professional kitchen, with at least

1 year in a supervisory or leadership role

(e.g., Lead Cook, Sous Chef, or similar).

Availability:

Must be able to work

evenings and at least one weekend day

(as this is when leadership is most needed on the line).

Physical:

Must be able to stand for a majority of a shift (6-10 hours) and lift 40lbs comfortably.

Pace & Adaptability:

Must be able to move quickly, adapt to a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment, and quickly solve operational issues.

Culture:

Must be respectful, inclusive, and committed to upholding our cohesive team environment and culture.
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IDEAL CANDIDATE:

A Culinary Driver:

Someone with a proven track record of

elevating food presentation and quality

in a demanding setting.

A Collaborative Leader:

Someone who can effectively

supervise and mentor

a diverse team while fostering cooperation and working effectively withthem on the line.

Communication:

Someone who is highly dependable, communicative, and excels at providing constructive feedback and receiving direction from the Kitchen Manager and Owner.

A Detail-Oriented Operator:

Someone who prioritizes tasks, has an exceptional eye for detail, and holds themselves and the team accountable for clean, consistent work.

Are you that person? If so, please fill out the application, we'd love to meet you and learn more about how we can help you realize your potential as a hospitality professional and culinary leader!

Expected start date: As soon as possible!