manager, restaurant

Osteria Alba; Toronto; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in Toronto is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead operations. This role includes overseeing daily functions, managing staff, and maintaining high service standards. The ideal candidate will have proven management experience, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of food service. Familiarity with POS systems is essential. The position offers both full-time and part-time employment with benefits such as paid time off and store discounts.

Benefits

Paid time off

Store discount

Qualifications

• Proven experience in restaurant management or supervisory roles within the food industry.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to manage teams effectively.
• Knowledge of food handling regulations essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service and adherence to quality standards.
• Supervise and motivate staff, including interviewing and training team members.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage stock to minimize waste.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of food service

Customer service excellence

Management of staff

Familiarity with POS systems

Bartending & mixology background

Tools

OpenTable

Toast POS

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Title posted on indeed.com - Restaurant Manager

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Osteria Alba

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Restaurant Manager to lead our restaurant operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge of food service, and a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences. This role involves overseeing daily restaurant functions, managing staff, and maintaining high levels of hospitality. A background in bartending & mixology is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service and adherence to quality standards.
• Supervise and motivate staff, including interviewing, training, and evaluating team members.
• Manage OpenTable & Toast; must be literate in Excel & PowerPoint (menu creation).
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage stock to minimize waste.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for guests and staff.
• Address customer concerns promptly to ensure high levels of satisfaction.
• Implement marketing strategies to promote the restaurant and increase customer engagement.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to optimize food presentation and service flow.

Requirements

• Proven experience in restaurant management or supervisory roles within the food industry.
• Familiarity with POS systems such as Toast POS.
• Prior experience in hospitality or hotel settings is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage teams effectively.
• Background in food service, restaurant experience, or kitchen management is highly desirable.
• Experience in interviewing and hiring staff to build strong teams.
• Knowledge of food handling regulations and customer service excellence is essential.
• Barista experience or bar management background is considered an asset.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Store discount.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $51,600.00-$81,749.22 per year

Expected hours: 44-60 per week

Work Location: In person – Toronto, ON, on site. Starts as soon as possible.

Apply at Osteria Alba.