Kitchen Manager – Nina’s Brunch (Kensington Market, Toronto)
Nina’s Brunch is growing — and we’re ready to bring in a true leader to help take our kitchen to the next level.
We are an Irish-owned, produce-driven brunch restaurant focused on quality, consistency, and exceptional hospitality. As we continue to build momentum, we’re looking for a Kitchen Manager who thrives in fast-paced environments, leads with confidence, and is excited to grow with a small business.
This is not just another kitchen job — this is an opportunity to shape, influence, and build something meaningful.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
- Leading the kitchen through high-volume brunch service with confidence and composure
- Executing classic brunch dishes to a consistently high standard
- Mastering all egg styles and handling detailed modifications with ease
- Training, mentoring, and holding the team accountable to clear standards
- Supporting menu development and contributing creative ideas
- Implementing structure, systems, and efficiencies as the business scales
- Managing prep, service flow, and quality control
- Adapting quickly in a growing, ever-evolving small business environment
- Supporting and optimizing high-volume platforms such as Uber Eats
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 2 years leadership experience in a fast-paced brunch environment
- Strong technical cooking ability with a deep understanding of brunch execution
- Proven ability to lead a team under pressure while maintaining morale and standards
- Experience in start-ups or scaling restaurants (highly preferred)
- Confidence in building systems, structure, and kitchen organization
- A proactive mindset — someone who brings ideas and solutions
- Strong communication skills and the ability to align a team
- A genuine passion for hospitality as a long-term career
What We Offer
- Starting wage: $26/hour (with performance-based increases)
- Flexible schedule: Thursday–Monday, hours of work vary between 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Guaranteed 2 consecutive days off
- Complimentary staff meals
- A supportive, tight-knit team environment
- Real opportunity to grow into a key leadership role within the business
Why Nina’s?
We’re building more than just a brunch spot — we’re working toward a farm-to-fork concept rooted in local Ontario produce, community, and great service.
We want someone who sees the bigger picture — someone who wants to grow with us, contribute ideas, and play a meaningful role in shaping the future of Nina’s.
If you’re ready to lead, build, and be part of something special, we want to hear from you.
Apply with your resume and a short note about your leadership experience and what excites you about this role.
Pay: From $26.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
