Restaurant Manager - Toronto, Ontario

Blue Shock Recruitment Solutions; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized executive search firm is recruiting a Restaurant Manager in Etobicoke. The role focuses on guest satisfaction, team leadership, and daily operations. Candidates must have experience in hospitality management and strong leadership skills. This position offers competitive compensation and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development allowance

Meal discounts

Paid vacation program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hospitality or restaurant management roles.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills with the ability to inspire teams.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Champion guest satisfaction by ensuring service excellence at every touchpoint.
• Mentor, coach, and inspire employees to achieve their best performance.
• Oversee daily service operations with a focus on efficiency, safety, and consistency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

About Us

Blue Shock Executive Search, established in 2003, is a renowned executive search firm excelling in recruiting top-tier candidates across restaurant, hospitality, and food service-related sectors. As industry leaders, we specialize in forging connections between exceptional talent and leading employers in Canada and the US. Our dedicated team acts as your career architects, focusing on connecting you with opportunities that align with your skills and aspirations. We are passionate about propelling your career forward, ensuring that the next step you take is not just a job but a fulfilling journey. Partner with us, and let's build your success story together.

Client Summary

Our client is a recognized leader in hospitality, operating in a high-volume, service-driven environment. They are dedicated to creating memorable guest experiences while fostering a strong culture of leadership, accountability, and excellence.

Job Title & Location

Job Title: Restaurant Manager
Location: Etobicoke, Ontario

Offer

• Competitive compensation ranging from $60,000 - $80,000 annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package to support health and wellness.
• Professional development allowance and leadership training opportunities.
• Meal discounts and lifestyle perks.
• Paid vacation program to ensure work-life balance.

Position Summary

The Manager plays a key role in driving guest satisfaction, leading a high-performance team, and overseeing day-to-day service operations. This leader is accountable for results, committed to excellence, and passionate about hospitality. The successful candidate will bring proven management experience, strong coaching ability, and the drive to inspire their team to deliver exceptional service while achieving financial and operational goals.

Responsibilities

Guest Experience & Service Leadership

• Champion guest satisfaction by ensuring service excellence at every touchpoint.
• Act as a visible leader on the floor, guiding and supporting the team in real time.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, health, and alcohol service regulations.

Team Leadership & Development

• Mentor, coach, and inspire employees to achieve their best performance.
• Build a culture of trust, accountability, and professional growth.
• Recruit, train, and onboard team members while reinforcing operational standards.

Operations & Performance

• Oversee daily service operations with a focus on efficiency, safety, and consistency.
• Manage scheduling, labor, and resources to maximize productivity.
• Support financial objectives, including budgeting, cost management, and revenue growth.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators to senior leadership.

Previous Experience & Skills

• Proven experience in hospitality or restaurant management roles.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills with the ability to inspire teams.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Occupational First Aid and responsible liquor service certifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Reliable, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Out-of-Country Applicants

We appreciate your interest in our organization. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assistance with international relocation. To be considered for this position, we kindly request that applicants presently reside in Toronto, Canada.