Assistant Kitchen Manager

We're hiring! At State & Main Kitchen + Bar, we bring elevated comfort food, handcrafted cocktails and a vibrant downtown atmosphere to your neighbourhood—because great dining should always be close to home. Whether it’s Happy Hour, date night or a casual catch-up, State & Main is the perfect place to Get Together.

Our success starts with our team. We hire genuine, hardworking people who thrive in a fun, fast-paced environment where hospitality comes first. From front-of-house to back-of-house, every team member plays a role in delivering an experience that keeps guests coming back. We offer growth opportunities, hands-on training and a supportive team culture that strives to make an impact every day.

Assistant Kitchen Manager Opportunity – Be Part of Our Team!

Your Role

We’re looking for an Assistant Kitchen Manager who is passionate about food quality and leading a strong back-of-house team. You’ll support the Kitchen Manager in overseeing daily operations, maintaining high culinary standards, and ensuring a safe, efficient kitchen environment. If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced setting, we’d love to have you on our leadership team!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Employee dining discount at participating Recipe brands
• Growth and development opportunities to build your skills within the restaurant
• Career advancement with a company that owns some of Canada’s most iconic restaurant brands
• A fun, energetic team environment where every shift is dynamic and engaging

What You’ll Do

• Assist the Kitchen Manager in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality and presentation meet our high standards.
• Support the kitchen team by leading by example, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Help manage inventory, ordering, and cost controls to maintain efficient kitchen operations.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff, providing guidance and support to help them develop their skills.
• Monitor food safety and hygiene standards, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to execute menu items and special promotions effectively.
• Assist in analyzing kitchen performance metrics and implementing improvements to enhance productivity and guest satisfaction.

What You Bring

• 1–2+ years of experience in a kitchen leadership role, preferably in a high-volume restaurant.
• Solid culinary knowledge and commitment to food safety and quality standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively and foster a positive team dynamic.
• Strong attention to detail in food preparation and presentation.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.

Apply online today and become part of the team!

Some opportunities may exist with our Franchise partners, which are independently owned and operated.

At State & Main, our core value is "Taking Care of People." We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where every individual is valued and supported. Our commitment to this value shapes how we build our teams, support our franchisees, and ensure everyone can reach their full potential. We are also committed to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable human rights and accommodation legislation. If you require an accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected].