Assistant Kitchen Manager

Assistant Kitchen Manager (Operations-Focused)

$60,000 annually
Quarterly bonus & year-end bonus opportunities

This role is ideal for a kitchen leader who wants full operational exposure — not just the back line.

SSP Canada is hiring an Assistant Kitchen Manager (Operations-Focused) to support a high-volume airport restaurant. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for both kitchen execution and floor operations, with real accountability for food quality, team performance, and guest experience.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Back of House execution while actively supporting floor operations
• Run shifts and oversee daily service flow in a fast-paced environment
• Ensure food quality, safety, and brand standards are met consistently
• Support labor planning, ordering, and cost controls
• Coach, train, and develop hourly team members
• Partner closely with the RGM to execute operational priorities

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2–3 years of kitchen or restaurant leadership experience
• Comfort leading teams on the floor, not just in the kitchen
• Strong understanding of high-volume service
• Working knowledge of food safety, inventory, and labor controls
• A collaborative, lead-from-the-front leadership style

Why This Role Works

• Clear step-up path to broader management roles
• Exposure to full restaurant operations, not siloed responsibilities
• Competitive pay with bonus opportunities
• Support from an experienced operations team

This position is located in a secure airport environment and a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) is required. All candidates must be legally authorised to work in Canada and must be able to provide the necessary government-issued documentation required for airport security clearance. Documentation will be reviewed during the onboarding process in accordance with Transport Canada regulations. Further information can be found at: 

https://tc.canada.ca/en/programs/non-funding-programs/transportation-security-clearance-program/apply-transportation-security-clearance

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at SSP. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to engaging all of our people, so they feel valued and motivated; we champion diversity, promote inclusion, and ensure equality. We respect and protect human rights and prevent discrimination; and we positively impact our communities. We encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual identity and orientation.