About this role
*itchen Manager ? What A Bagel, Barrie (New Location Opening August 2026)*
What A Bagel is opening a brand-new location at 323 Mapleview Drive West, Barrie, and we're looking for a Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen operation from day one. This is a vital, hands-on leadership role with real growth potential within the business as we expand.
*About the Role* As Kitchen Manager, you'll oversee all kitchen operations at our new Barrie location, from short order execution to staff management, ensuring every dish meets What A Bagel's quality and consistency standards. You'll work hands-on alongside the team and lead through clear communication, setting the tone for a smooth, high-performing kitchen.
*Responsibilities*
* Execute and oversee short order cooking, including eggs, fryer, and griddle items * Prepare salad dressings and other prep items to standard * Maintain consistent quality and product standards throughout service * Manage inventory and ordering for kitchen supplies * Train, coach, and direct kitchen and retail staff to keep operations running smoothly * Communicate effectively with team members, retail staff, and management to solve problems quickly * Uphold food safety and cleanliness standards in the kitchen * Work as part of a larger team across the new Barrie location
*Requirements*
* Proven kitchen experience, ideally in a high-volume or quick-service setting * Comfortable running eggs, fryer, and griddle stations * Strong leadership and communication skills * Experience managing or supervising staff, kitchen and/or retail * Reliable, detail-oriented, and quality-driven * Willingness to complete training at an existing What A Bagel location prior to the Barrie opening * *Start Date:* Training begins prior to early August 2026 opening
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits: * On-site parking
Work Location: In person