Restaurant Manager

Gusto Restaurant; Mono Road; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Italian restaurant is seeking a passionate restaurant manager to lead daily operations and ensure exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Italian cuisine, experience in managing teams, and a talent for hosting engaging events.

Benefits

Discounted food

On-site parking

Competitive salary

Staff discounts on food

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in restaurant/hospitality management.
• Strong understanding of restaurant operations.
• Experience with POS systems is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all front-of-house operations.
• Plan and promote events like poker nights and trivia nights.
• Train and manage front-of-house staff.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Event Planning

Food Safety Knowledge

Multitasking

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and experienced restaurant manager to lead the daily operations of our Italian restaurant. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Italian cuisine and culture, with proven experience managing front-of-house and back-of-house teams in a fast-paced, high-quality dining environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all front-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional customer service.
• Greet and engage customers with a warm and welcoming demeanor.
• Plan, promote, and host poker nights, karaoke nights, and trivia nights.
• Create an engaging atmosphere during events, interacting with guests and participants.
• Train and manage front-of-house staff (servers, bartenders, hosts).
• Assist in developing themed drink specials and promotions for event nights.
• Work with marketing to promote events on social media and within the community.
• Ensure smooth service coordination between the kitchen, bar, and entertainment areas.
• Monitor customer feedback and resolve any service-related issues.
• Manage inventory, especially for bar and event-related needs.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and liquor laws.
• Handling administrative tasks such as creating weekly schedules and managing employee timetables. Collaborating with team members to ensure seamless operations and exceptional customer experiences.
• Taking a hands-on approach to closing duties, including thorough cleaning and preparation for the next day.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in restaurant/hospitality management with a passion for hosting events.
• Strong understanding of restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house dynamics.
• Comfortable hosting and engaging a crowd during poker, karaoke, and trivia nights.
• Background in cocktail creation and bar operations is a big plus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Please don't apply if you don't have experience.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Experience with POS systems, reservations, and event ticketing is a bonus.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends (especially for event nights).

To Apply: Please email your resume and a brief cover letter to [e-mail].

Job Type: Contract.

Salary: 45,000 per year.

Benefits:

• Discounted food.
• On-site parking.
• Competitive salary.
• Staff discounts on food.
• Opportunity to be a key part of a growing entertainment-driven restaurant.
• A fun, social, and dynamic work environment.

Schedule:

• Weekends are a must.

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips.