Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic

Restaurant and Kitchen Manager

to take on the

full operational and administrative responsibilities

of our on-site restaurant. This role involves leading both kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver consistently high-quality food and service. The restaurant seats up to 100 guests, provides daily breakfast service to hotel guests, and supports extensive conference and banquet operations within the property.

About Us

Located within a branded hotel in Brantford, our full-service restaurant caters to both hotel guests and the local community. Alongside serving daily breakfast, we support large-scale meetings, conferences, and private events hosted at the hotel. We are committed to providing exceptional dining experiences and are looking for a hands-on, passionate leader to help elevate our food and service offerings.

Culinary Leadership

Plan, develop, and execute innovative, seasonal menus for daily service and events Ensure consistent quality, taste, and presentation of all dishes Maintain food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards Provide mentorship, training, and hands-on guidance to the kitchen team

Experience as a hands-on chef or strong culinary background is considered a strong asset

Bring creativity and new ideas, with

South Asian fusion experience considered an asset

Operations Management

Oversee daily restaurant, breakfast, and bar operations Manage scheduling for both kitchen and front-of-house teams Ensure smooth service and a welcoming guest experience Handle guest feedback and resolve service issues promptly Oversee and maintain high hospitality standards across all areas

Procurement & Inventory

Manage ordering and vendor relationships for food, beverage, and kitchen supplies Monitor and control food, beverage, and alcohol costs while minimizing waste Maintain accurate inventory systems for food, beverage, and alcohol

Team Development & Marketing

Recruit, hire, train, and develop both kitchen and front-of-house staff Conduct regular performance reviews and foster a positive team culture Lead social media and marketing efforts to promote menus, specials, and events Collaborate with hotel management to align restaurant offerings with hotel operations

Qualifications

Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills Culinary experience or hands-on chef background is an asset Understanding of restaurant operations, costing, and budgeting Experience with bar operations and alcohol inventory management Comfort with social media promotion and restaurant marketing Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced hospitality environment

What We Offer

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives Opportunity to take full ownership of restaurant operations Creative freedom to influence menus and guest experiences A supportive, collaborative, and growth-oriented environment

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply on indeed.ca

Location

: Brantford, Ontario

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match
Work Location: In person