Restaurant Manager – Operations, Food Cost & Team Management

Salary: $[55000-60000] per year, based on experience Schedule: Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends About the Role We are looking for a strong, experienced, and hands-on Restaurant Manager to take full responsibility for the day-to-day operation and performance of our restaurant. This is not a desk-only management position. We are looking for someone who can lead from the floor, manage the team, control costs, improve sales, and maintain high operational standards. The ideal candidate is a confident leader who understands that a successful restaurant requires strong people management, food cost control, labour management, inventory control, customer service, and daily operational discipline. You will work closely with the ownership/management team and will be responsible for the overall performance of the restaurant. Key Responsibilities-Restaurant Operations Take ownership of the restaurant's daily operations and overall performance Ensure the restaurant is running efficiently, safely, and professionally Maintain high standards for food quality, preparation, cleanliness, and customer service Ensure all company policies, procedures, food safety, and health & safety standards are followed Identify operational problems and take immediate corrective action Lead by example and maintain a positive, professional workplace Food Cost & Inventory Management Monitor and control food cost and product usage Manage inventory, ordering, receiving, storage, and product rotation Reduce food waste, portioning issues, spoilage, and unnecessary product usage Complete regular inventory counts and investigate variances Work with suppliers and management to maintain appropriate inventory levels Maintain food cost within established targets Labour & Scheduling Prepare and manage weekly employee schedules based on business needs Control labour costs while ensuring proper staffing levels Monitor employee attendance, punctuality, productivity, and performance Adjust staffing levels based on sales volume Approve and manage employee hours Address performance issues professionally and promptly Hiring & Team Building Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard restaurant employees Build and maintain a strong, reliable team Train employees on restaurant procedures, food safety, customer service, and company standards Coach employees and provide ongoing feedback Recognize strong performance and address performance concerns Develop employees for future leadership opportunities Maintain a positive and respectful team culture Sales & Customer Service Take responsibility for achieving sales and operational targets Monitor daily sales and identify opportunities to increase revenue Ensure excellent customer service at all times Handle customer complaints and resolve issues professionally Monitor customer feedback and take action to improve the guest experience Implement promotions and company initiatives effectively Financial & Performance Management Review daily sales, transactions, average cheque, labour, food cost, and other key performance indicators Understand restaurant P&L and how operational decisions affect profitability Identify areas where the restaurant can improve profitability Control unnecessary expenses Report important operational and financial issues to ownership/management Compliance & Safety Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations Maintain proper temperature controls, sanitation, cleaning, and food handling procedures Ensure employees complete required training Maintain WHMIS, workplace safety, and company compliance standards Prepare the restaurant for health inspections, corporate audits, and operational inspections What We Are Looking For The successful candidate should have: 3+ years of restaurant management experience Strong leadership and people-management skills Experience hiring, training, scheduling, and managing employees Strong understanding of food cost and labour cost Experience with inventory manageme…

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