Restaurant Manager

A&W Restaurants; Vanderhoof; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant franchise in Vanderhoof seeks a Restaurant Manager to oversee operations, ensuring quality and consistency in service. You will manage staff, financial reports, and local marketing while maintaining A&W standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and restaurant operations expertise. Competitive salary of $68,700 annually with benefits included.

Benefits

Medical/Dental Benefits

Group RRSP

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and proven leadership experience.
• Expertise in all restaurant positions and operating systems.
• Ability to manage accounting and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage restaurant operations including customer experience.
• Responsible for weekly financial statements and performance reports.
• Schedule staff and maintain equipment.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Proven leadership

Knowledge of restaurant Operating Systems

Expertise in all restaurant positions

Tools

Windows 10

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Job Opportunity: Restaurant Manager at A&W Restaurants

We are a dynamic multi-unit franchise company, proudly operating dozens of A&W restaurants across Western Canada, and the Yukon Territories. At The McMurray Group, we believe in creating a work environment that is not only unique but also unmatched in its commitment to employee growth and satisfaction.

Join us and experience: a supportive and inclusive workplace where your contributions are valued, opportunities for professional development and career advancement, and a vibrant team culture that fosters collaboration and innovation.

The Restaurant Manager is responsible for all aspects of restaurant operations including the quality and consistency of the customer experience, adherence to A&W standards, Provincial WCB, Employment and Health Regulations, the development of a motivated and productive team of employees, and ultimately, the growth and profitability of the business.

Responsibilities:

• Balance key goals – high quality, speed of service and cost control through effective management of the operating system.
• Responsible for weekly P&L statement of cost of goods, labour costs and direct expenses.
• Maintains A&W standards and conducts Performance reports regularly; recognizes areas for improvement and acts where improvement is needed.
• Schedules staff, including self, to operational positions and shift roles.
• Makes sure all equipment and facilities are in good condition, and plans for maintenance and repairs.
• Working knowledge of climate goals, ensuring they are practiced daily.

Human Resources:

• Recruits and hires hourly staff (Makes hiring decisions for supervisory and assistant manager positions in conjunction with the Area Manager and HR).
• Trains, develops, confronts poor performance and terminates staff.
• Ensures staff safety and a healthy, motivating work environment applying Daily Climate.
• Documents critical incidents and reports them to key individuals.
• Ensures monthly Health and Safety meetings walk through are completed and takes corrective action.
• Has knowledge of HR policies and makes sure they are enforced.
• Completes daily, weekly, and period accounting administration.
• Manages inventory control, ordering, cost control and weekly inventory counts.
• Applies cash and food cost management principles.
• Ensures restaurant profitability by managing costs to set thresholds and goals for profitability.

Customers:

• Ensures that cleanliness standards and safe food handling practices are met.
• Ensures high level of service to guests through efficient preparation, stocking, and staff positioning, including self.
• Responsible for all local store marketing.
• Manages accidents or complaints, implementing service recovery program.
• Ensures teams appearance is to standard.

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills and proven leadership with supervisory experience
• Expertise in all restaurant positions
• Knowledge of restaurant Operating Systems
• Complete knowledge of Operating Standards
• High interest in developing others
• Ability to do accounting and manage administrative aspects of the operation

Preferred Skills:

• Acceptable oral and written business communication skills
• Competency in Windows 10 and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to give presentations
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and suppliers

Additional Notes:

Physical Demands:

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Some heavy lifting

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including an extensive single or family Medical/Dental Benefit and an optional Group RRSP.

Total Potential Compensation: $68,700 annual / Base Salary: $55,000 annual

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications.