Location: Manitou Ridge - 20 Maple Ridge Road, McKellar, ON P2A 0B4
Status: Full Time, Seasonal
Reports to: Kitchen Manager
About us: Manitou Ridge is a nationally acclaimed golf destination in the Parry Sound-Muskoka region. Carved through rugged Canadian Shield terrain along the shores of Lake Manitouwabing, each hole presents its own unique character, seamlessly balancing playability with awe-inspiring scenery.
Manitou Ridge offers an immersive cottage country escape where golfers can unwind in a relaxing, unpretentious setting, embracing nature and enjoying the game they love.
The experience at Manitou Ridge reflects a broader commitment to quality, stewardship, and distinctive golf within the Purposeful Golf portfolio.
Purposeful Golf is an owner/operator of premium golf properties across Ontario.
We aim to carefully curate a portfolio of golf properties, each distinct in its purpose. By emphasizing quality over quantity, we aim to deliver memorable experiences, tailored to diverse needs, while leveraging scale to enhance, rather than dilute, the golfer’s experience.
About the role: As the Assistant Kitchen Manager at Manitou Ridge, you’ll help prepare and execute menus with quality and consistency while supporting the kitchen team. You will assist with prep, supervise line staff when needed, and contribute to smooth operations. You will uphold the club’s values by fostering a positive, professional, and team-oriented kitchen culture.
Purpose Statement: To ensure every plate meets the standards of quality, consistency, and execution expected by our guests.
What you’ll do:
- Execute service with precision, preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner items to the highest standards of consistency.
- Command the line during peak hours, ensuring every order is high-quality and delivered on time.
- Maintain the pass, conducting a final quality and presentation check on every dish before it leaves the kitchen.
- Master all kitchen equipment, including grills, fryers, and ovens, with a focus on safety and efficiency.
- Lead by example, supervising line staff in the absence of the Sous or Executive Chef to keep operations running smoothly.
- Expertly manage prep, handling high-volume chopping, portioning, and inventory rotation to stay ahead of service.
- Champion a positive culture, fostering a professional environment and assisting with the onboarding of new team members.
- Ensure top-tier sanitation, adhering to all food safety, WHMIS, and organizational cleanliness protocols.
- Manage inventory effectively, monitoring prep levels to reduce waste and communicating stock needs to senior chefs.
- Collaborate across the team, supporting everything from patio service to kitchen maintenance to ensure total operational success.
What you bring:
- Previous experience as a line cook or in a kitchen environment (restaurant, golf club, or catering) is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-moving kitchen.
- Skilled at multitasking and staying organized while working efficiently under pressure.
- Positive, collaborative attitude with a commitment to strong teamwork and communication.
- Solid knowledge of food safety and sanitation protocols; a Food Handler’s Certificate is considered a strong asset.
What You’ll Need:
- Flexible availability to work a varying schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)
- Comfort with both fast-paced service days and slower periods
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and comfortably lifting and bending.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Work in beautiful cottage country
- Participation in Staff Meal Plan
- Participation in group benefits after one month
- Invitation to join staff golfing events
- Golf perks and multiple course access
- Excellent discounts in the Golf Shops company-wide
- Affordable staff housing
Compensation: $55,000 per year
Your Opportunity
We encourage anyone excited about this role to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement. Purposeful Golf values diverse perspectives, welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Accommodations are available for candidates who need them during the application or interview process.
