manager, restaurant

Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort; Parksville; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Extended health care

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

On-site parking

Paid time off

Store discount

Vision care

Job summary

Cedars Restaurant Manager at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort in Parksville, BC, leads the day‑to‑day operation of Cedars Restaurant and Lounge, a high‑volume, full‑service venue serving resort guests and the local community.

Reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage, you will coach front‑of‑house teams, manage budgets and labour costs, ensure food safety and guest satisfaction, and drive revenue with a hands‑on leadership style.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive restaurant management experience; General Manager experience is considered a strong asset.
• Experience leading a high-volume, full-service restaurant operation.
• Strong knowledge of front-of-house, bar, and lounge operations.
• Proven leadership and team-development skills.
• Experience managing labour, budgets, inventory, costs, and profitability.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead effectively in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Knowledge of food safety, responsible alcohol service, and workplace safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant, lounge, bar, and seasonal patio operations.
• Lead, coach, schedule, and develop front-of-house supervisors and team members.
• Maintain exceptional standards for guest service, cleanliness, safety, and presentation.
• Oversee sales, labour costs, budgets, inventory, and profitability to support targets.
• Partner with leadership to ensure consistent and efficient service.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and development.

Skills

Restaurant management

Front-of-house operations

Leadership

Budgeting

Labor management

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Cedars Restaurant Manager

Posted on August 17, 2026 by Employer details Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort

Job Details

Come work at an awe-inspiring Oceanside property overlooking the Salish Sea, surrounded by 22 acres of tranquil forest. Tigh-Na-Mara is home to the Grotto Spa, voted #1 Spa in British Columbia, two award-winning restaurants, 10,000 square feet of conference space, 192 unique accommodations, British Columbia's most extensive resort recreation program, 3 km of sandy beach, and some of the warmest ocean swimming waters in Canada. Tigh-Na-Mara is a wonderful place to play and to work.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director, Food & Beverage, the Cedars Restaurant Manager leads the day-to-day operation of Cedars Restaurant and Lounge, a high-volume, full-service restaurant serving resort guests and the local community, with seating for approximately 330 guests across the restaurant, lounge, and seasonal patio. This hands‑on leadership role is responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences while overseeing Team Member performance and development, operational standards, financial performance, and the overall success of the restaurant.

What Tigh-Na-Mara Offers You

• Competitive wages and eligible Team Member benefits.


• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.


• Opportunities for internal growth and promotion.


• Team Member perks and discounts throughout the resort, including Pines Gift Shop, Cedars Restaurant, and the Grotto Spa.


• Access to resort amenities, including the pool and fitness facilities.


• A supportive and inclusive work environment.


• The opportunity to work alongside an amazing team.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant, lounge, bar, and seasonal patio operations.


• Lead, coach, schedule, and develop front-of‑house supervisors and Team Members.


• Maintain exceptional standards for guest service, cleanliness, safety, and presentation.


• Oversee sales, labour costs, budgets, inventory, and profitability to support established financial targets.


• Partner with the Director, Food & Beverage, Executive Chef, and culinary team to ensure consistent and efficient service.


• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and Team Member development.


• Ensure compliance with food safety, responsible liquor service, workplace safety, and applicable regulations.


• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, revenue, and the guest experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive restaurant management experience; General Manager experience is considered a strong asset.


• Experience leading a high-volume, full-service restaurant operation.


• Strong knowledge of front-of-house, bar, and lounge operations.


• Proven leadership and team-development skills.


• Experience managing labour, budgets, inventory, costs, and profitability.


• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.


• Ability to lead effectively in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.


• Knowledge of food safety, responsible alcohol service, and workplace safety requirements.


• WSET certification is considered an asset.


• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

We offer competitive wages, opportunities for career growth, and a positive, inclusive, and sustainability-focused work environment.

HPPay: $65,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Dental care


• Extended health care


• Flexible schedule


• Life insurance


• On-site parking


• Paid time off


• Store discount


• Vision care

Location & Employment Details

• Location: Parksville, BC


• Work location: On site


• Salary: $65,000 to $70,000 per year


• Terms of employment: Permanent employment Full time


• Starts as soon as possible


• Vacancies: 1 vacancy