Kitchen Supervisor

Position: Kitchen Supervisor (Full-time) (1 position)

Location: Lobo’s Eatery Inc, 2450 Victoria Park Ave, North York (In-person)

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Weekends as needed

Expected Start Date: December 2024

About Us: Lobo's Eatery Inc. is a family-owned, takeout-focused restaurant passionate about bringing quality food to our community. Our story began in 2019 with Lobo Sisters (https://lobosisters.wixsite.com/home), a baking venture that shared our love for homemade treats but was paused due to the pandemic. From there, we pivoted and launched Lobo Worldwide Inc. (https://www.loboworldwide.com), specializing in importing high-quality goods from the U.S. for customers across Canada. Now, we’re thrilled to return to our roots in the food industry with Lobo's Eatery and are looking for hardworking, eager-to-learn individuals to join us in creating an exceptional takeout experience.

Job Description: We are seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to support our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the supervision and training of kitchen staff, in addition to the production, quality assurance, and profitability of all menu items.

Responsibilities:

  • Monitor each station’s workflow, ensure sufficient staffing, and proactively address potential challenges to maintain smooth and efficient operations.
  • Regularly check in with staff to promote a positive work environment, address concerns, and relay any issues to management.
  • Step in during high-volume periods or if a station falls behind, coordinating with management for additional support as needed.
  • Assist with menu planning and maintaining a high level of quality and profitability in all Food & Beverage offerings.
  • Recommend and implement preparation strategies to reduce costs and supervise all kitchen personnel to ensure correct methodologies are followed.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area adhering to food safety and health standards.
  • Prioritize and delegate tasks in kitchen layout and prep.
  • Ensure all products and ingredients required are delivered in a timely manner for prompt delivery to kitchens and clientele.
  • Ensure food ingredients are stored in their designated area and FIFO is applied.
  • Ensure all ingredients at all stages in the process are checked for freshness.
  • Train employees: plan, assign and direct work; appraise performance; rewards and discipline associates; address complaints and resolve problems.
  • Advise management of purchasing requirements with a focus on minimizing waste and avoiding product shortages.
  • Build schedules and manage workforce to meet operational requirements.
  • Conduct quality checks for taste, temperature and maintain logs as per operational guidelines provided by management.

Qualifications:

  • 3 years cooking experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • Valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent
  • Excellent customer and client relationship skills
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

What We Offer:

  • Staff Meal: Enjoy one complimentary combo meal during each shift.
  • Friendly & Supportive Environment: Join a team that values respect, collaboration, and growth for every team member.
  • Skill Development: Expand your expertise in business operations, customer service, and barista techniques.
  • Competitive Pay: Earn a starting wage of $22/hour, with opportunities for growth based on performance and commitment.
  • Convenient Location: Free staff parking, steps away from TTC and GO Bus stops, and close to the 401/404 exits for easy commuting.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should send their resume and a brief cover letter to hr@loboseatery.com with the subject line "Kitchen Supervisor Application - [Your Name]." 

Contact Information: Danielle Lobo, Director HR & Finance, hr@loboseatery.com

We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to our team!