The Lakeview Restaurant | Toronto
The Lakeview is one of Toronto's most iconic diners, serving guests 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We're looking for an experienced Overnight Kitchen Supervisor to lead our kitchen team during overnight service.
This is a hands-on leadership role. You'll be expected to cook, lead, train, problem-solve, and keep the kitchen running efficiently while maintaining our standards for food quality, cleanliness, and safety.
What You'll Do
- Lead the overnight kitchen team through busy service periods
- Ensure all food is prepared consistently and according to recipes and standards
- Coordinate ticket flow and maintain efficient kitchen operations
- Train, coach, and support line cooks and prep cooks
- Monitor food quality, portioning, and presentation
- Complete nightly prep, cleaning, and closing procedures
- Maintain food safety and sanitation standards at all times
- Assist with inventory control and minimize waste
- Communicate effectively with front-of-house management and staff
- Handle unexpected challenges and make sound decisions independently
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 2 years of kitchen leadership or supervisory experience
- Strong line cooking skills in a high-volume environment
- Ability to lead a team while remaining calm under pressure
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen best practices
- Availability to work overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays
- A strong work ethic and a commitment to hospitality
Compensation
- Starting at $22–$28/hour, based on experience
- Weekly tip-out participation
- Staff meals and employee discounts
- Opportunities for growth within an established hospitality group
About You
You take pride in running a clean, organized kitchen. You can jump on the line when needed, support your team during a rush, and maintain standards even at 3 a.m. You're dependable, accountable, and know how to get the best out of the people around you.
If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your resume and tell us a little about your experience leading kitchen teams.
Pay: $17.60-$31.16 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
