Job Description

About ABURI Group

ABURI Group, founded by visionary leader Seigo Nakamura, is a pioneer in Canada's culinary landscape. With acclaimed brands including Miku, Minami, ABURI TORA, and ABURI Market, the group is celebrated for its innovative fusion of traditional Aburi-style Japanese cuisine with contemporary French influences. Since opening Miku Vancouver in 2008, ABURI Group has expanded nationally, earning distinctions such as a MICHELIN Star and recognition on Canada's 100 Best Restaurants list. More than building restaurants, ABURI is cultivating a cultural movement rooted in excellence, hospitality, and community.

Position Summary

Aburi Market Downtown is looking for a

Kitchen Manager

to oversee the day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and high standards of food quality and safety. This role is ideal for an experienced kitchen leader with strong operational knowledge who can manage people, processes, and product while supporting menu development and cost control. The Kitchen Manager works closely with senior leadership to maintain smooth kitchen operations and uphold Aburi Market standards.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure quality, consistency, and efficiency Lead, train, and supervise kitchen team members Support menu creation and recipe development in collaboration with leadership Manage inventory, ordering, and communication with suppliers Monitor food costing, portion control, and waste reduction Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations Assist with scheduling, opening, and closing procedures Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment Act as a leader on the floor during service and high-volume periods

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum 5 years of kitchen experience, including at least 1 year in a management or supervisory role Experience with inventory management and food costing Proven experience ordering products and working directly with suppliers Experience with menu creation and kitchen planning Asian cooking experience is an asset Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment Food Safe certification is required; First Aid certification is an asset
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Discounted or free food Extended health care Paid time off Store discount Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Vancouver, BC V7Y 1H2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person