Restaurant Manager

Ontario Trillium Foundation; Cowansville; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Flexible schedules

Growth opportunities

Team-oriented environment

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ontario Trillium Foundation is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead and elevate our kitchen operations. You will guide the Heart of House team, uphold high food standards, and drive efficiency across shifts.

The role emphasizes coaching, staff development, and maintaining a positive kitchen culture while meeting sanitation and service goals.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams in high-volume environments.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• Proven ability to manage inventory and control costs.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor the hourly kitchen team to uphold service and food quality.
• Monitor food preparation to ensure recipes, portioning, and safety protocols.
• Oversee restaurant operations during shifts for efficiency, cleanliness, and sanitation.
• Conduct line checks and manage production for seamless execution.
• Develop and train kitchen staff to build a strong talent pipeline and growth.
• Manage financial aspects of kitchen operations to meet business goals.
• Ensure all restaurant documentation, recipe books, and training materials are up to date.
• Maintain kitchen equipment, furniture, and fixtures in top working order.

Skills

Restaurant leadership

Team-building

Coaching

Inventory management

Cost control

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Scheduling flexibility

Job description

Restaurant Manager – Lead, Coach, and Elevate Culinary Excellence

We’re looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager to oversee the heart of our restaurant’s operations. In this leadership role, you’ll guide and develop our Heart of House (HOH) team, ensuring top-tier food quality, operational efficiency, and adherence to our high standards. If you’re passionate about team development, maintaining exceptional food standards, and creating a positive kitchen culture, we’d love to hear from you!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Competitive pay with bonus opportunities
• Flexible schedules to fit your lifestyle
• Career growth opportunities within the company
• A team-oriented environment where leadership is valued
• Employee discounts and perks

What You’ll Do:

• Lead, coach, and mentor the hourly kitchen team to maintain high service and food quality standards
• Actively monitor food preparation to ensure adherence to recipes, portioning, and food safety protocols
• Oversee restaurant operations during shifts, ensuring efficiency, cleanliness, and compliance with sanitation standards
• Conduct line checks and oversee production to ensure seamless execution
• Develop and train kitchen staff to build a strong talent pipeline and foster career growth
• Manage financial aspects of kitchen operations to meet business goals
• Ensure all restaurant documentation, recipe books, and training materials are up to date
• Maintain kitchen equipment, furniture, and fixtures to keep everything in top working order

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven restaurant leadership experience (Restaurant Manager, Sous Chef, or similar role)
• Strong team-building and coaching skills
• Ability to maintain high food quality and sanitation standards
• Experience with inventory management and cost control
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

If you’re ready to take your leadership skills to the next level and make a lasting impact on our culinary operations.