Café Manager

About us

DIVINE IDEAS is a small business in Montréal, QC H2Y 1S1. We are professional, agile, innovative, and our goal is to transport this rich flavours of southern Italy to the vibrant streets of Montreal..

Join us as our Head Chef or Manager and be a trailblazer in the opening of our brand-new Italian cafe, seamlessly affiliated with the vibrant nightclub lounge cocktail bar next door. We're on the lookout for a visionary leader who wants to shape the identity of our establishment. This is not just a job; it's a chance to leave your mark on an exciting venture in the heart of montreals old port.

Your Role:

• Menu Innovation: Take the lead in crafting an extraordinary Italian menu that reflects your culinary prowess and captures the essence of our brand. You'll have the creative freedom to introduce signature dishes and unique flavors.
• Operational Autonomy: Be the captain of your ship! From selecting ingredients to determining on-site offerings, you'll have a significant say in shaping the overall experience. Your vision will extend to hiring decisions, fostering a team that shares your passion.
• Supply Chain and Inventory Management: Oversee the sourcing of high-quality ingredients, ensuring freshness and authenticity in every dish. Implement efficient inventory control systems to manage stock levels, minimize waste, and optimize costs.
• Community Engagement: Embrace your role as a public face of our culinary haven. Feel comfortable in front of the camera and enjoy engaging with clients. We want to be more than just a place to dine; it's a community hub where people come together over delicious food and shared experiences.
• Family Atmosphere: Cultivate an environment where both the team and customers feel like family. Your warmth and passion for building connections will be instrumental in creating a welcoming and authentic atmosphere.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a compelling Italian culinary vision for the bistro cafe.
• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations and staff, ensuring a high standard of service.
• Actively participate in the creation of marketing initiatives and promotional events.
• Collaborate with the front-of-house team to deliver a cohesive and delightful customer experience.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef/Manager in an upscale Italian restaurant or similar setting.
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification.
• A flair for menu innovation and creativity.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, startup-like environment.
• Experience in supply chain management, inventory control, and ingredient sourcing.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Unique opportunity to be at the forefront of a new culinary venture.
• Health and dental insurance options.
• Full autonomy in shaping the culinary and creative direction of the bistro cafe.

If you're a culinary trailblazer excited about steering the opening of a cutting-edge Italian bistro cafe and you have a passion for community-building, we want to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 55 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• Profit sharing

Flexible Language Requirement:

• English not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Hospitality: 2 years (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Smart Serve (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Montréal, QC H2Y 1S1 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Montréal, QC H2Y 1S1: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person