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.
Back-of-House Manager Opportunity – Be Part of Our Team!
Your Role
We’re looking for a Back-of-House 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 salary and benefits package, including bonus earning potential
- Pay Range: $50,000 - $55,000 annually
- Paid time off to support work-life balance
- Employee dining discount at participating Recipe brands
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
What You’ll Do
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to established protocols and quality standards, while driving improvements in efficiency and service.
- Collaborate with the Kitchen Management team to develop shift schedules, allocate tasks, and optimize kitchen workflow to support smooth operations.
- Lead and manage the back-of-house team, including hiring, training, coaching, and mentoring, while fostering a collaborative and professional environment.
- Ensure that all food preparation meets high standards for quality and presentation, with a focus on maintaining consistency across all dishes.
- Participate actively in kitchen activities, including coordinating food production, managing line operations, and expediting orders to ensure seamless service.
- Manage inventory levels effectively, including ordering supplies, tracking stock usage, and implementing strategies to minimize waste and control costs.
- Conduct regular inspections of food safety and hygiene practices to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
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 culinary arts 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].
