KITCHEN MANAGER / HEAD CHEF
Union Social Eatery | GTA (Toronto & Mississauga)
Union Social Eatery is a premium casual restaurant group known for chef-driven food, high-energy service, and “Common Foods, done uncommonly well.”
We are hiring an experienced Kitchen Manager / Head Chef to lead a high-volume, full-service kitchen, build strong teams, and deliver consistent, high-quality food execution.
Locations:
- 21 St Clair Ave W (Toronto)
- 5042 Satellite Drive (Mississauga)
- 6986 Financial Drive (Mississauga)
Why Join Us
- Competitive salary
- Health benefits (dental, extended health, vision)
- Paid time off
- Staff meals & dining discounts
- Growth opportunity with an expanding restaurant group
- Leadership role with real impact on people, culture, and performance
Role Overview
This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for kitchen operations, team performance, and food quality in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
You will lead from the front—driving standards, developing people, and ensuring every dish meets our expectations.
Key ResponsibilitiesKitchen Leadership & Team Development
- Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing kitchen team
- Lead by example during service—calm, focused, and accountable
- Build a culture of teamwork, discipline, and pride in execution
- Manage scheduling, performance reviews, and ongoing coaching
Food Quality & Execution
- Ensure all menu items are executed to recipe, quality, and presentation standards
- Maintain consistency in portioning, taste, and timing
- Oversee prep, line execution, and service flow in a high-volume kitchen
Operations & Cost Control
- Manage food cost, inventory, ordering, and waste control
- Schedule labour to meet sales and labour targets
- Complete reports, schedules, and administrative tasks accurately and on time
Standards & Compliance
- Enforce food safety, sanitation, and temperature controls
- Maintain a clean, organized, inspection-ready kitchen
- Ensure all equipment is maintained and operating properly
Menu Development Opportunity
At Union Social, creativity is valued—but execution comes first.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to menu development, features, and culinary innovation once core responsibilities are consistently delivered at a high level, including:
- Strong food quality and consistency
- Effective cost and labour management
- A stable, well-trained kitchen team
For the right leader, this becomes a chance to shape the menu and influence the culinary direction of the brand.
Requirements
- 2+ years experience as a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Sous Chef in a full-service, high-volume restaurant
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing, coaching, and developing teams
- Proven ability to manage food cost, labour, and kitchen operations
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Proficient with basic computer systems (scheduling, inventory, reporting)
- Food Handler Certification (required)
- Flexible availability (days, evenings, weekends, holidays)
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
What We’re Looking For
- A hands-on leader who leads from the line
- High standards for food quality, cleanliness, and execution
- Goal-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
- Positive, team-first mindset—no egos
- Someone who takes pride in building great kitchens and great people
About Union Social Eatery
We believe great restaurants are built on hospitality, consistency, and teamwork.
Our kitchens deliver fresh, well-crafted food while creating a place where both guests and team members feel they belong.
Apply Today
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Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Experience:
- Head Chef in Full Service Restaurants: 2 years (required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
