Restaurant Assistant Manager

Job Description

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 has been proudly serving local customers for over 35 years, and we continue to grow with the best people on our team! With 66 restaurants in Canada and the US, you need not look any further than your local restaurant to understand the secret of its success: employees who enjoy a lively, energetic, and fun work atmosphere; the opportunity to create a memorable dining experience for our guests every day;

a competitive wage and benefits package; and opportunities to grow personally and professionally. We are looking for an incredible Senior Assistant Managers to be the leader of our team. Our people are the heart and soul of our business, and we are on the hunt for an amazing person like you to personify the magic and precision of the overall restaurant experience, all the while providing best‑in‑class leadership to an awesome group of people.

Job Title: Assistant Restaurant Manager

Location: Barrie, Ontario

Job Description: The Assistant Restaurant Manager is responsible for overseeing, in tandem with the Assistant Manager, all aspects of the Front of the House operations to ensure a seamless and profitable dining experience. This includes managing staff, controlling costs, maintaining high-quality service standards, and maximizing overall efficiency.

Our menu, continuously developed by our Executive Chef, features globally inspired flavors and fresh, high‑quality ingredients. Our passion for the culinary arts and hospitality is evident in our menu, but also in our teams. Both our culinary and front of house staff members are made of people who work to make memorable experiences for our guests, from handcrafted dishes to flawless table service, focused on excellence in every detail.

Offer:

• Competitive Compensation: They offer a competitive salary package, ensuring your skills and contributions are duly recognized. Ranging from $55,000 to $65,000 as a total compensation package.
• Vacation and Leave: Enjoy a generous vacation policy, allowing you the flexibility to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: The benefits package includes dental coverage, health insurance, and other wellness perks.
• Opportunities/Development: Acquire essential leadership skills and hands‑on, advance your career in our swiftly expanding company, foster your personal development through collaboration with senior leaders, participate in leadership development seminars and conferences, explore future prospects to contribute to the launch of new restaurants across Canada and the USA.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborating with the Assistant Management team.
• Exemplifying hospitality for both guests and team members.
• Engaging with guests to ensure an exceptional level of satisfaction.
• Implementing strategies to boost sales and enhance profitability.
• Participating in the hiring process, conducting interviews, onboarding, and training for various roles.
• Contributing to the development of Assistant Managers and Supervisors.
• Supervising all front‑of‑house leadership areas to ensure success.
• Managing the financials on a daily and weekly basis.
• Ensuring a spotless environment.
• Responsible for building strong teams and teaching people the knowledge.
• Working during the peak sales periods ensuring the hospitality experience as the face of the business with the guest.

Qualifications: To excel in this role, you should possess:

• Over 1‑3 years of leadership experience in a full‑service restaurant or bar.
• Energetic and optimistic attitudeli>
• Exceptional patience and communication abilities.
• A commitment to continuous improvement.
• Dedicated to fostering inclusivity and embracing diversity.
• Passionate about developing others.
• Established leadership skills.