About Sweat and Tonic
Sweat, recover, connect. Sweat and Tonic (S&T) brings together the best of boutique fitness and wellness, offering the widest collection of expertly programmed yoga, Pilates, HIIT, and indoor cycling group fitness classes under one roof. With premium spa facilities, café, and bar offerings, guests can recharge, recover, and reignite. Relax and rejuvenate in Tonic Spa, S&T's premium wellness and recovery hub that combines traditional high touch services with high-tech amenities. Tonic House, the multi-functional lounge, workspace, and event venue, inspires social connection, collaboration and innovation. Since opening in 2019, we've innovated and expanded our state-of-the art classes across multiple channels: In-studio, Sweat in the Park, Sweat Live, Sweat on Demand, and Sweat on the Roof – a one-of-a-kind, outdoor rooftop fitness studio in the heart of downtown Toronto. In 2023, we opened our first international sister location, Silver Springs, a boutique yoga and Pilates oasis in the heart of Los Angeles, and a new 25,000 sq.ft. immersive fitness & wellness hub in Toronto at The Well. We're now set to open our third location in Toronto in the prestigious Yorkville neighbourhood. This is a unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to become a part of a passionate, dynamic team that is here to disrupt the fitness industry.

About the Role:
Tonic Bar operates as a multifunctional concept offering smoothies, coffee, and grab-and-go options, Tonic House, located at The Well, extends the Tonic Bar menu with a dedicated attendant, providing a workspace and serving cocktails and snacks into the night. Tonic Bar and Tonic House play a crucial role in realizing our mission to elevate fitness and wellness in Canada.

We're seeking a dedicated and experienced Full-Time Tonic Bar Kitchen Production Lead who is passionate about food, health, and wellness, and driven to support the growth of Sweat and Tonic. In this role, you'll lead by example—upholding the highest standards of execution to ensure every menu item reflects our commitment to quality, consistency, and care. Your leadership will directly shape the guest experience through thoughtfully prepared offerings that fuel movement, recovery, and connection. You'll oversee daily kitchen operations including prep, dishwashing, and delivery for both Tonic Bar and Tonic House. You'll be responsible for managing the production schedule, coordinating inventory and ordering, and ensuring food safety, freshness, and consistency across all menu items. This is a highly physical, hands-on role that demands stamina, efficiency, and strong leadership. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, lead with clarity and calm, and bring out the best in your team—no matter how busy the day gets.
Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the Food & Beverage Manager in overseeing all daily operations, including opening and closing procedures, scheduling and task delegation.
• Consistently model exceptional leadership, creating a positive work environment, coaching team members, and demonstrating a dedicated and professional approach to team management.
• Foster a positive workplace, encouraging dialogue and communication among team members.
• Preparation, production and execution of menu items and food quality standards according to detailed recipes and instructions
• Operation and maintenance of dishwashing unit and dish-cleaning areas
• Receiving and storage of deliveries as related to the production kitchen and cafe
• Effective storage, management, and rotation (FIFO) of all products
• Cleaning, sanitation and maintenance of kitchen equipment and food production spaces
• Strict adherence to company, municipal and provincial guidelines as they are related to food safety and safe workplace environments
• Manage inventory, including procurement and tracking of all food, beverage, and other goods for use or sale.
• Ensure daily communication, and shift brief between the AM & PM teams.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1-3 years of kitchen experience, in a commissary or production setting
• Minimum of 1 year of kitchen experience, preferably with leadership or supervisory responsibilities
• Strong working knowledge of cooking techniques, prep workflows, and sanitation best practices
• Demonstrated understanding of food safety and public health guidelines
• Proven ability to lead a team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment while meeting tight production deadlines
• Excellent time management, multitasking, and organizational skills
• Clear and respectful communication style with a collaborative team approach
• Physically able to work on your feet for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada (Work Permit required if applicable)
• Valid Food Handlers Certification

The successful candidate will have flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands

Compensation and Benefits:

• $21-23 / hour based on experience
  
• Extended Health Benefits
• Quarterly bonus, based on company performance
• Parental Leave Benefits
• 20% off food at Tonic Bar
• 40% off retail at S&T
• S&T Unlimited Membership

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment:
We are an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we are committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with all legislative requirements throughout Canada. Please let us know if you require an accommodation due to a disability during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.
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