Posted: 1 hour ago
Job Description
<p>This entertainment complex is a premier dining and hospitality destination located in the heart of Orillia. With multiple restaurants, lounges, and event spaces, it is recognized for delivering outstanding guest experiences and offering diverse dining options to suit every occasion. Their commitment to service excellence makes them a favourite among both locals and visitors.</p><p><br></p><p>They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Food & Beverage Assistant Manager to support outlet operations and provide leadership across multiple venues. In this role, the Assistant Manager will work closely with management to oversee daily operations, support staffing and recruitment, and ensure financial and performance goals are achieved. The position requires strong leadership skills, operational expertise, and the ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced, unionized environment.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a full-time, salaried opportunity with a starting salary of $60,000–$65,000+, along with extended health and dental benefits and a pension plan.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Description</b></p><ul><li>Assist in managing the daily operations of the assigned restaurant, lounge, or outlet</li><li>Provide leadership, coaching, and development to a large front-line team, fostering engagement and performance excellence</li><li>Support staffing, scheduling, and recruitment initiatives to meet business needs</li><li>Ensure the profitability of outlet operations by monitoring and achieving financial and performance goals</li><li>Review and recommend policies or procedural changes to improve efficiency and service delivery</li><li>Monitor and analyze customer satisfaction results, preparing reports and identifying opportunities for improvement</li><li>Exercise problem-solving and conflict resolution to ensure positive outcomes</li><li>Oversee inventory administration, cost of goods, and labour control alongside the Manager</li><li>Support promotions, entertainment events, and special functions within outlets</li><li>Ensure compliance with health, safety, and liquor regulations while maintaining a safe, clean work environment</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul><li>Minimum 3 years’ supervisory experience in restaurant or bar operations</li><li>Post-secondary education in Hospitality Management or a related field preferred</li><li>Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, hospitality, and F&B trends</li><li>Experience managing a large team and motivating staff in a high-volume environment</li><li>Familiarity with budgets, cost control, and financial performance metrics</li><li>Knowledge of Employment Standards, Health & Safety, and Liquor License Act</li><li>Smart Serve and Food Handlers certification required (WHMIS training provided)</li><li>Eligibility for AGCO Category 1 Licensing</li><li>Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to work flexible hours in a 24/7 operation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays</li><li>Experience managing in a unionized environment is considered an asset</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Corporate Culture</b></p><ul><li>Comprehensive health and dental benefits package</li><li>Pension plan with employer contributions</li><li>Career advancement opportunities within a large-scale hospitality and entertainment environment</li><li>Staff discounts on dining and amenities</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team culture</li><li>Ongoing leadership and professional development</li><li>A dynamic, guest-focused workplace with exposure to diverse outlets and events</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Contact Katelyn Querin at katelyn.querin@jrossrecruiters.com or submit your resume in confidence below.</p>
