Posted 23 hours ago
Kitchen Operations Manager / Chef de Cuisine
Frankie Solarik Holdings
📍 Toronto, ON
Frankie Solarik Holdings — the creative force behind BarChef Toronto, Prequel & Co. Apothecary, and Compton Ave. — is seeking a highly experienced Kitchen Operations Manager / Chef de Cuisine to lead and elevate culinary operations across our award-winning venues.
This is a senior leadership role within one of Canada’s most progressive hospitality groups. The position integrates culinary excellence, operational discipline, and creative collaboration, ensuring that each kitchen reflects the immersive and artistic identity synonymous with the BarChef brand.
The successful candidate will oversee multi-venue kitchen performance, mentor and develop high-level culinary teams, and drive consistency, innovation, and financial efficiency across all operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Direct and coordinate kitchen operations across multiple venues
Develop, cost, and execute seasonal menus in collaboration with Chef Frankie Solarik and culinary leadership
Manage ordering systems, par levels, supplier relations, and product standardization
Lead, mentor, and performance-manage kitchen teams to maintain excellence and accountability
Collaborate with bar and R&D departments to create integrated culinary and cocktail programs
Monitor and optimize labour costs, COGS, and inventory controls
Ensure full compliance with food safety, HACCP, and regulatory standards
Maintain exceptional standards of presentation, cleanliness, and operational organization
Contribute to seasonal launches, R&D initiatives, and high-profile off-site activations
Qualifications
5+ years progressive culinary leadership experience (Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, or equivalent)
Strong foundation in modernist, French-inspired, or fine-dining techniques
Demonstrated success managing multi-unit or high-volume refined operations
Advanced understanding of cost control, purchasing strategy, and inventory systems
Clear communicator with strong leadership presence and organizational precision
Creative, collaborative mindset with meticulous attention to detail
Food Handler Certification required; HACCP knowledge strongly preferred
What We Offer
Competitive compensation aligned with experience and leadership scope
Creative partnership within an internationally recognized culinary and beverage team
Growth opportunities across multiple high-profile venues
Access to innovation-driven R&D and experiential event projects
Join Frankie Solarik Holdings and help redefine the boundaries of modern gastronomy and immersive dining.
📍 Toronto, ON – Overseeing BarChef Toronto, Prequel & Co. Apothecary, and Compton Ave.
BarChef isn't just a bar – it's an experience, a journey into the world of avant-garde cocktails and unparalleled creativity. Situated in the heart of Toronto, BarChef has redefined the cocktail scene since opening in 2008, with its pioneering approach to mixology and attention to detail, culminating in an artistic endeavour to challenge convention and elevate the guest experience.
BarChef isn't just a bar – it's an experience, a journey into the world of avant-garde cocktails and unparalleled creativity. Situated in the heart of Toronto, BarChef has redefined the cocktail scene since opening in 2008, with its pioneering approach to mixology and attention to detail, culminating in an artistic endeavour to challenge convention and elevate the guest experience.
