Company: Chubby’s Jamaican Kitchen Inc. o/a Chubby’s Jamaican Kitchen (GUSTO 54 Group)

Business Information: Inspired by home-style cooking infused with the warmth and vibrancy of Jamaica’s culture and people, Chubby’s Jamaican Kitchen melds old and new, inside, and out to create a transporting dining experience complete with delicious Caribbean cooking, eclectic design and soulful hospitality. Celebrated in the Toronto community and abroad, Chubby’s Jamaican Kitchen has been recognized as a “Best Restaurant” by Toronto Life, Thrillist, and Now Magazine, as well as a recommended Toronto restaurant by the Michelin Guide.

• Business address: 104 Portland St, Toronto, ON M5V 2N2
• Location of work: Same as above
• Type of Employment: Full-time – Permanent
• Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Description:

• Curate an Awesome Guest Experience.
• Follow and enforce systems to ensure consistency in product and service.
• Touch tables and build rapport with Guests and perform quality investigations.
• Maintain Pristine Physical Plant.
• Perform Guest recoveries when necessary.
• Create a Supportive, Safe and Growth Oriented Work Environment.
• Foster an environment of happy people making people happy.
• Conduct Pre-Shift meetings.
• Audit Staff performances and give in the moment feedback.
• Work Safely in accordance with Health & Safety Act.
• Hold regular training meetings to consistently develop knowledge and skills of team members.
• Manage Daily Operations.
• Perform Comps, Voids and other POS functions.
• Set staff work schedules.
• Ensure restaurant is staffed to maintain optimal profit margins.
• Check Inventory, order FOH Supplies.
• Inspect and sign for incoming orders.
• Open/Close restaurant in accordance with daily checklists.
• Follow and Enforce Company Policies and Procedures.
• Cash handling & reconciliation.
• Continually Develop Management Skills.
• Ongoing development of product knowledge.
• Use strategic thinking when collaborating with GM on new systems and processes.
• Keep up to date with Industry Trends.

Requirements:

• Education: Completion of high school is required
• Experience: A minimum of 4 years of experience in the food service sector, including supervisory experience, is required. In the event that the candidate does not have at least 4 years of experience, a post-secondary certificate related to hospitality or food and beverage service management or a related discipline is required.
• Experience and knowledge of Jamaican cuisine is a strong asset
• Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Repetitive tasks, Attention to detail, Large workload, Work under pressure, Standing for extended periods
• Personal Suitability: Positive attitude, Efficiency, Energetic, Goal-oriented, Hardworking, Integrity, Proactive,

Time management, Collaborative, Dependability, Reliability, Team player, Organized, Effective interpersonal skills, Accurate, Initiative, Judgement, Client focus, Flexibility, Excellent oral and written communication.

• Computer and technology knowledge: Point of Sale (Toast or comparable), MS Excel, MS Word, Inventory System (MarketMan)
• Supervision: 30 people
• Language: English is required
• Salary: $60,000 Annually, 44 Hours per week.

Benefits: Dental insurance, Extended Medical Insurance, Free meals while working, Employee discount in all our GUSTO 54 restaurants.

Important information:Flexibility in schedule is required. Position requires extended work hours, including evening, night, weekend, and holidays as needed. The candidate will work 6 to 10 hours a day within the rotational shifts that are available from 9:00 AM up to 1:00 AM.

Apply by e-mail to: shannon@chubbysjamaican.com