Assistant dbar Manager

Four Seasons Hotels Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Discounts and travel programs

Complimentary meals

Dry cleaning of attire

Training and development

Extended flexible benefits

Employee events

Work permit sponsorship

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel Toronto seeks an Assistant d|bar Manager to lead front of house teams and elevate guest experiences at d|bar by Chef Daniel Boulud. You will drive beverage programs, mentor staff, and partner with leadership to deliver refined cocktails, wine, and service in a luxury environment.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in luxury hospitality, strong beverage knowledge, and excellent guest relations. Fluent English, Smart Serve, and a passion for Four Seasons culture are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of management experience, preferably in luxury hotel or high‑profile bar.
• Strong expertise in spirits, wine, cocktails and bar operations.
• Deep knowledge of the Toronto restaurant scene.
• Excellent guest interaction and problem‑solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and organization; remains calm under pressure.
• Flexibility and professionalism aligned with Four Seasons culture; English fluency; multilingualism is a plus.
• Smart Serve certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the overall operation of d|bar across all meal periods with efficient service delivery.
• Lead, supervise, and motivate front of house teams; assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Assist with staff scheduling to ensure coverage and cost control.
• Maintain a strong presence on the floor to uphold service standards and guest experiences.
• Drive beverage sales through coaching, upselling, and product knowledge.
• Collaborate with General Manager and Bar leadership on beverage programs.
• Greet guests professionally, handle complaints, and foster long-term relationships.
• Coordinate with Culinary and FOH leadership on menus and promotions.
• Stay aware of beverage trends and Toronto market developments.
• Support revenue generation through floor management and cost efficiency.
• Prepare payroll, labour reports, and other operational docs accurately.
• Monitor inventory and support purchasing and waste reduction.
• Maintain clear communication and participate in meetings.
• Promote an inclusive, accountable workplace culture.

Skills

Management experience

Beverage knowledge

Guest relations

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Smart Serve

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

About the location:

A warm welcome framed by spacious, modern design awaits you in the heart of Toronto's historic Yorkville neighbourhood. Enjoy authentic French cuisine paired with one of our 350 wine labels at Café Boulud, and specialty craft cocktails at our spirited lobby lounge and bar. Enjoy the serenity of our Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rated Spa, or step out and explore the vibrant character of Toronto's most glamorous shopping and restaurant district.

Join our team!

Are you ready to take the next big step in your culinary career? Four Seasons Hotel Toronto is seeking an Assistant d|bar Manager who shares our passion for exceeding guest expectations and is eager to learn from , and contribute to , our Food and Beverage Management Team.

About the role:

d|bar by Chef Daniel Boulud is located in the historic Village of Yorkville, Toronto’s most luxurious shopping and dining district. Offering impressive views of Yorkville Avenue, this stylish lobby lounge offers refined cocktails, contemporary dining, and a vibrant social atmosphere. The venue transforms seasonally with offerings such as its summer patio, d|azur , and an elegant afternoon tea, alongside rotating menus and special experiences throughout the year.

What you will do:

• Support the overall operation of d|bar across all meal periods, ensuring smooth, efficient, and consistent service delivery.
• Lead, supervise, and motivate front of house Food & Beverage teams by assisting with recruitment, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance management, including corrective action when required .
• Assist with staff scheduling to ensure appropriate coverage , operational efficiency, and compliance with labour targets, while controlling overtime and labour costs.
• Maintain a strong, visible presence on the floor to monitor service quality, uphold service standards, and ensure exceptional guest experiences at all times .
• Drive beverage sales through team coaching, upselling initiatives, guest engagement, and strong product knowledge.
• Support the execution and evolution of the cocktail, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverage programs in collaboration with the General Manager and Bar leadership team.
• Greet and engage guests in a professional, warm, and unobtrusive manner, building relationships with new and returning patrons while handling complaints, concerns, and special requests with confidence and care.
• Collaborate closely with Culinary and Front of House leadership to coordinate service, update menus, and support the development and execution of special offerings and promotions.
• Maintain awareness of beverage trends, competitor activity, and Toronto market developments to support innovation and positioning within the luxury bar scene.
• Support revenue generation initiatives through strategic floor management, guest engagement, beverage sales focus, and operational efficiencies.
• Prepare and review daily and weekly payroll, labour reports, and all required operational and revenue ‑ related documentation accurately and on time.
• Monitor inventory levels of food, beverage, supplies, and operating equipment; participate in regular inventories; and support cost control , purchasing , and waste reduction initiatives.
• Maintain clear, professional, and timely communication with team members, management, and other departments, including daily logs and participation in operational meetings.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and accountable workplace culture that reflects the organization’s values and commitment to service excellence.

What you will bring:

• 2 - 3 years of management experience, ideally within a luxury hotel, fine ‑ dining, or high ‑ profile bar environment.
• Strong expertise in spirits, wine, cocktails, beverage trends, and bar operations.
• In ‑ depth knowledge of the Toronto restaurant scene.
• Exceptional guest ‑ interaction and problem ‑ solving skills, with a natural ability to build long ‑ term guest relationships.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to remain composed under pressure.
• Flexibility, professionalism, and a genuine passion for hospitality aligned with Four Seasons culture and values.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong command of the English language; additional languages are a definite asset for career growth.
• Flexibility to work shifts based on operational needs.
• Valid Smart Serve Certification.

What we offer:

• Paid time off, including vacation days, management holidays, and sick days.
• Exclusive discounts and travel programs with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts worldwide.
• Complimentary meals per shift in our employee dining room, OASIS.
• Complimentary dry cleaning of business attire.
• Excellent training and development opportunities, including educational assistance , discounted eCornell courses, and access to complimentary e ‑ training.
• Robust extended flexible benefits plan through Manulife, including medical coverage, HCSA, dental, vision, life insurance, virtual health care, EAP, and DPSP/RRSP/TFSAs.
• Monthly employee recognition celebrations and bi ‑ annual employee parties.
• Work permit sponsorship for qualifying candidates.
• ... and more!

The salary range for this role is $ 70 ,000 to $ 75 ,000 CAD.

Successful candidates must possess legal work authorisation in Canada. Work permit sponsorship is available for candidates who meet local immigration requirements. This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organisation. The hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results

Four Seasons is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with theOntario Human Rights Code and theAccessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.