Highly-Paid Kitchen Manager Jobs in Canada with Sponsorship

Lead a High-Volume Gourmet Burger Kitchen and Grow Your Culinary Management Career on Vancouver Island
Job Category: Work For Foreigners
Job Position: Kitchen Manager
Employer: Bin 4 Burger Lounge
Location: British Columbia (Langford, Victoria)
Wage: $55,000 annually
Job Type: Permanent employment, Full time
LMIA Sponsorship: Available for qualified international candidates

Job Overview
Bin 4 Burger Lounge is seeking a hands-on, organized, and service-driven Kitchen Manager to oversee back-of-house operations at our busy Langford location in the Greater Victoria area. You will lead a team of cooks and kitchen staff in producing our signature gourmet burgers and elevated comfort food, ensuring consistent quality, efficient execution, and strict food safety. This role is ideal for a kitchen professional ready to take on full management responsibility—balancing people leadership, cost control, scheduling, and day-to-day line work in a high-volume, guest-focused environment.

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate, or
• Equivalent combination of education and related kitchen/restaurant experience

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years of supervisory experience in a commercial kitchen (e.g., lead line cook, sous chef, kitchen supervisor, or similar)
• Experience in a casual or upscale-casual, high-volume restaurant is a strong asset
• Familiarity with inventory control, scheduling, and basic kitchen costing is preferred

Work Setting

• Full-service restaurant specializing in gourmet burgers and contemporary comfort food
• Fast-paced kitchen environment with busy peak periods (evenings, weekends, holidays)
• Located in Langford within the Greater Victoria region, a growing, vibrant community on Vancouver Island

Key Responsibilities (Tasks)

• Establish and implement methods to meet work schedules and ensure smooth, efficient kitchen operations across all shifts
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of staff who prepare and portion food, including line cooks, prep cooks, and dish staff
• Train new and existing staff in job duties, recipes, plating standards, sanitation practices, and safety procedures
• Ensure all menu items are prepared according to Bin 4 Burger Lounge recipes, presentation standards, and portion controls
• Estimate ingredient and supply requirements for meal preparation based on forecasts, reservations, and historical sales data
• Participate in inventory management by monitoring stock levels, placing orders, and reducing waste and spoilage
• Hire and help onboard food service and kitchen staff, in collaboration with senior management
• Prepare and contribute to kitchen budgets and cost estimates, including food cost targets and labour cost efficiency
• Monitor and ensure that food quality, taste, temperature, and plating meet company standards and guest expectations
• Enforce food safety and sanitation protocols, including proper storage, handling, labeling, and cleaning procedures
• Address customer complaints or concerns related to food quality, timing, or special dietary needs, working with the front-of-house team to find solutions
• Coordinate with front-of-house management to ensure smooth service flow, effective communication, and timely ticket execution
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen, including workstations, storage areas, coolers, and equipment
• Assist with hands-on cooking and line work during peak times, staff shortages, or special events
• Maintain accurate records related to inventory, waste, staff schedules, and other operational logs as required
• Support ongoing menu execution and occasional updates, ensuring staff are trained on new items or procedures
• Promote a positive, respectful work environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment, especially during peak service times
• Standing and walking for extended periods throughout shifts
• Frequent lifting and carrying of items such as boxes of supplies, pots, and equipment (within reasonable restaurant limits)
• Exposure to heat, steam, cold storage, and kitchen noise
• Repetitive tasks such as chopping, stirring, plating, cleaning, and equipment handling
• Need to balance administrative duties (scheduling, ordering, paperwork) with hands-on kitchen work

Personal Suitability

• Strong client and quality focus, with a passion for delivering excellent food and guest experiences
• Effective leadership skills; able to motivate, coach, and hold kitchen staff accountable
• Organized and detail-oriented, with strong time-management and multitasking abilities
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business volumes, menu items, and staffing needs
• Good judgment and decision-making skills, particularly under pressure and when resolving issues
• Reliable and punctual, with consistent attendance and commitment to full-time, varied shifts
• Strong communication skills for clear interaction with kitchen staff, management, and front-of-house team
• Team player who contributes to a positive, respectful, and collaborative kitchen culture
• Initiative to identify problems, suggest improvements, and implement solutions
• Commitment to food safety, sanitation, and workplace health and safety standards

Health Benefits

• Health care plan (details to be discussed with the successful candidate)

Additional Advantages (may vary by location and policy)

• Opportunity to grow into more senior culinary or multi-unit roles with a recognized restaurant brand
• Staff meals or discounts (as per company policy)
• Experience managing a full-service, branded restaurant kitchen in a desirable Vancouver Island community

Who Can Apply to This Job?

• Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents of Canada
• Candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit
• International candidates who may require LMIA sponsorship and who meet the language, education, experience, and other eligibility requirements under Canadian immigration programs

How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website