Description
Job Title: Cook /Kitchen Supervisor (Full-Time)
Department: Lanes at Membertou Bowling Alley
Reports to: General Manager
Salary: Commensurate with experience
About Us
Membertou is an urban and progressive Mi’kmaq community located on Unama’ki – Cape Breton Island. As one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and the of the first Indigenous community in to achieve ISO 9001-certification, Membertou is an inclusive, forward-looking employer with a strong reputation for excellence, growth, and community impact.
About You
You are a culinary enthusiast with a strong understanding of flavor pairings and a passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients. You thrive in a dynamic environment and possess the organizational skills to develop enticing menus and the hands-on expertise to execute them flawlessly. To direct and control the culinary Operations of the business at a high level while implementing, maintaining and abiding by all standards, policies and/or procedures set forth by our Membertou and applicable government agencies.
This includes but is not limited to maintaining high morale in your team and executing/driving excellence in food quality, food preparation & creativity, cleanliness, organization/labor cost/food cost and the ongoing development of the skills of your crew and management of all food service operations.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Develop a variety of menu options
- Prepare and cook menu items to a high standard, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Consider dietary restrictions and preferences when designing menus.
- Source high-quality ingredients from local suppliers whenever possible.
- Cost out menus effectively to ensure profitability.
- Manage all aspects of kitchen operations.
- Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of staff who prepare, portion and serve food
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment, adhering to all food safety regulations.
- Establish work schedules and procedures
- Maintain records of stock, repairs, sales and wastage
- Manage inventory and order ingredients
- Ensure timely, professional, cordial and efficient service to guests.
- Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards
- May participate in the selection of food service staff and assist in the development of policies, procedures and budgets
- May plan menus and determine related food and labour costs.
- Adhere to all Occupational Health and Safety rules and regulations.
- Maintain positive relationships with Membertou’s Internal and External Customers, ensuring transactions or information received on behalf of the Band and/or its members are kept confidential.
- Maintain and improve Membertou’s Quality Management System as it relates to job related duties and/or department.
- Any other related duties as required by the General Manager.
Qualifications
- 3+ years’ experience in food service or hospitality arena.
- 3+ years of supervisory experience
- Post-Secondary culinary training would be an asset.
- Familiarity with Nova Scotia Health and Safety regulations.
- Proven experience in menu development and kitchen operations.
- Strong culinary skills and a passion for creating delicious food.
- Strong service skills. Preparation of food and service to clients will be necessary.
- Previous experience managing a very human culinary team in a high volume, fast paced environment
- Experience with projecting and managing inventory, food cost control, labor cost control, recipe and food preparation management
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and efficiently with patrons and staff.
- Good math and written communication skills.
- Track record of working in a flexible timetable based on employer’s requirements.
Preference given to Aboriginal peoples in accordance with the Aboriginal Employment Preferences Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission.
Resumes And Cover Letters/Applications Can Be Submitted To
Membertou Human Resources Department
Attention: Scott Thomas
47 Autwen Ma’sl Awti
Membertou, NS B1S-2P5
Or via email to:
scottthomas@membertou.ca
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:
Friday, October 2nd, 2026, at 4:30 PM
Thank you for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Membertou reserves the right to pause, extend or revoke this posting at any time without notice. 