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Assistant Kitchen Manager
full-timeNorth Saanich

Summary

Location

North Saanich

Type

full-time

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About this role

Assistant Kitchen Manager (Operations-Focused)


$56,300 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.

 

Other facts

Tech stack
Kitchen Execution,Floor Operations Support,Shift Running,Food Quality Assurance,Safety Compliance,Brand Standards Adherence,Labor Planning,Ordering,Cost Controls,Team Coaching,Team Training,Operational Priorities Partnership,High-Volume Service,Inventory Management

About SSP America

We call ourselves the food travel experts. We're passionate about bringing cool, authentic restaurants to airports that reflect a taste of place.

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Food and Beverage Services
Founding Year: 2007

What you'll do

  • This hands-on leadership role involves leading Back of House execution while actively supporting floor operations, running shifts, and overseeing daily service flow in a fast-paced setting. Key duties include ensuring consistent food quality, safety, and brand standards, alongside supporting labor planning, ordering, and cost controls.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Assistant Kitchen Manager do at SSP America?

As a Assistant Kitchen Manager at SSP America, you will: this hands-on leadership role involves leading Back of House execution while actively supporting floor operations, running shifts, and overseeing daily service flow in a fast-paced setting. Key duties include ensuring consistent food quality, safety, and brand standards, alongside supporting labor planning, ordering, and cost controls..

Why join SSP America as a Assistant Kitchen Manager?

SSP America is a leading Food and Beverage Services company.

Is the Assistant Kitchen Manager position at SSP America remote?

The Assistant Kitchen Manager position at SSP America is based in North Saanich, British Columbia, Canada. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Assistant Kitchen Manager position at SSP America?

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