Job Description

About us

Eggsmart is the new take on breakfast! We will have a very vibrant, fun kitchen with a positive atmosphere. Our casual dining restaurants provide the perfect ambiance for enjoying a delicious twist on the classic breakfast, brunch, or lunch we welcome family and friends to eat in or take out. Be a part of our Eggsmart Trenton team at Homestead Marketplace.

About Homestead Marketplace

Homestead Marketplace is a collection of 12 like-minded, community-driven companies locally owned and operated. It is a destination where families will come together to shop, eat, and play - all with a strong focus on giving back to our community. Located at 6 Douglas Road in Quinte West, by the end of 2023 the 18-acre property will offer over 165,000 sq. ft. of premium, national retailers, casual dining restaurants, a fully-licensed sports grill, 24-hour gym and a one-of-a-kind 18-hole adventure golf and high ropes park.

We are currently seeking a passionate and organized full time Kitchen Manager who is comfortable in a fast-paced environment. The Kitchen Manager will report directly to the General Manager. The Kitchen Manager responsibilities include supervising the food prep and cooking, maintaining a fully-stocked kitchen inventory and complying with safety and cleanliness standards. To be successful in this role, you should be able to manage our kitchen staff and guide them to deliver quality food on time. If you are hardworking, enthusiastic, and looking for a friendly team, join our team!

We are looking for a candidate who is detail oriented, displays strong organizational and problem-solving skills, works well independently and as part of a team.

What you'll do to be successful in this role:

Streamlining the kitchen processes to maintain prompt service times Supervise food prep and cooking Check food plating and temperature Establish portion sizes Managing inventory so that all necessary ingredients are stocked for service Food Safety Certification (CIFS) Daily and weekly preparation, as needed Work well under pressure at peak order times Daily cleaning duties to maintain a high level of restaurant cleanliness Setting regular cleaning standards for the kitchen and verifying that staff is maintaining sanitation levels Being a team player that works well with others Providing training to new staff to facilitate quick acclimation Keep weekly and monthly cost reports Other duties as assigned

What you'll bring to the team:

Proven experience as a Cook or the equivalent through formal culinary education Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients Flexible schedule: available for day, weekend and morning shifts, as scheduled A positive attitude Ability to provide leadership and work effectively in a team environment
A great opportunity for a Kitchen Manager to work year-round in a thriving community-oriented brand new restaurant. Bring your enthusiasm and creativity to the table and be a part of our continued success.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.

What Homestead Marketplace offers:

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

so you can take care of yourself and your family

Exclusive employee perks

at all the Homestead Marketplace companies including Leon's, Custom Carts, the Factory Store, Battery Outlet, Wheels and Waves, Shoeless Joe's, BeaverTails, Eggsmart, Anytime Fitness and Homestead Adventure Park! Read more about our Perks Program here: https://homesteadmarketplace.ca/

Access to multi-faceted training opportunities

to help support you in your professional and personal development

Team building and company events

to get to know the people you work with outside of the office as well!
The position offers a competitive employment package and compensation based on experience in a friendly and collaborative work environment. Email your resume and cover letter to careers@homesteadmarketplace.ca

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site gym On-site parking Paid time off Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Trenton, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Hospitality: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person