Experienced General Manager

Sprezzatura Mount Pleasant; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern Italian restaurant in Vancouver seeks a General Manager to lead the growth and vision of Sprezzatura. The ideal candidate will drive sales, provide team training, and manage operations, enjoying competitive compensation and the chance to impact a vibrant restaurant culture significantly.

Benefits

Free staff meals while on shift

50% off dining with friends and family

Creative autonomy

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of GM or senior FOH leadership in full-service or casual fine dining restaurants.
• Proven entrepreneurial mindset; looks at performance like an owner.
• Experience in multi-unit training and scaling service standards.

Responsibilities

• Own revenue performance through strategic growth initiatives.
• Implement training systems for team development and service consistency.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring compliance and exceptional guest experience.

Skills

Sales Growth

Team Development

Operations Management

Marketing Initiatives

Problem Solving

Tools

Lightspeed POS

Job description

We're Hiring: General Manager – Lead, Grow, and Elevate Sprezzatura

Sprezzatura is a modern Italian restaurant built on warmth, quality, and connection. We’re seeking a strategic, sales-driven General Manager with experience in training and development within casual fine dining group operations—and the entrepreneurial mindset to help shape our next phase of growth.

This isn’t a corporate cookie-cutter role. It’s a rare chance to lead with vision, contribute directly to bottom-line results, and build something meaningful with a respected independent operator.

Your Role

SALES GROWTH & MARKETING

- Own revenue performance with strategies that drive increased covers, average spend, and event bookings.
-Collaborate on innovative marketing initiatives—including social media, promotions, and community engagement.
- Monitor KPIs and make data-informed decisions to improve profitability.
- Create and grow new revenue channels through events, partnerships, and private dining.

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TRAINING & TEAM DEVELOPMENT

Apply your group-level experience to implement structured onboarding and training systems.
Coach and develop team members to uphold casual fine dining standards and service consistency.
Build a culture of accountability, warmth, and high performance.

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OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

- Oversee day-to-day operations including scheduling, service flow, inventory, and compliance.
- Ensure labour costs align with sales goals without compromising guest experience.
- Handle group bookings and events from inquiry to execution.
- Maintain compliance with all food safety, liquor, and workplace standards.

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WHAT YOU BRING

- 3+ years of GM or senior FOH leadership in full-service or casual fine dining restaurants.
- Proven entrepreneurial mindset—you think like an owner and act like a leader.
- Experience in multi-unit or group training systems, SOP development, and scaling service excellence.
- A track record of sales and profit growth, including forecasting and P&L ownership.
- Bartending and service expertise, ideally with Italian food and beverage familiarity.
- Fluency in POS (we use Lightspeed), scheduling, and modern FOH tools.
- High EQ, with calm problem-solving instincts and a coaching-first leadership style.
- Flexible availability across a 5-day schedule (evenings and weekends required).

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WHAT WE OFFER

- Starting total compensation of $90,000/year
- Includes base salary and tips
- Real-time earning increases directly tied to sales performance
- Future equity opportunity for the right long-term candidate
- Free staff meals while on shift
- 50% off when dining with friends and family
- Supportive ownership, creative autonomy, and a collaborative work environment
- A leadership role with clear impact, visibility, and growth potential

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WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT

We’re not just hiring a manager—we’re looking for a partner in growth. Our long-term vision includes expanding the Sprezzatura brand, and we want a GM who is motivated by growth, excited by possibility, and ready to help lead us into the future.

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LEGAL & TRANSPARENCY DETAILS

- Total Compensation Range: Starting at $80,000/year with upward potential based on sales
- Schedule: Full-time, 5-day workweek with evenings and weekends required
- Location: On-site at Sprezzatura (265 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC)
- Requirements:
- Valid SIN and legal ability to work in Canada
- Serving It Right certification
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

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APPLY

If you're ready to apply your expertise, creativity, and leadership to a business where your decisions matter—join us at Sprezzatura.

We can’t wait to hear how you’ll help us grow.

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sprez· za· tu· ra | \ sprāt-tsä-ˈtü-rä \
Definition: studied nonchalance : graceful conduct or performance without apparent effort

We are an honest Italian restaurant serving pizza, pasta & roasts in the heart of Mount Pleasant.

Open for dine-in, take out & delivery 7 days a week (lunch & dinner)