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Assistant Restaurant Manager

Calgary, ABOnsiteFull TimeManager / HeadCA$57,400–CA$57,400 /yrPosted 3 days ago

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Required skills

  • Assistant Restaurant Manager
  • airport restaurant
  • food service
  • high-volume
  • food safety
  • Front of House
  • Kitchen Activities
  • Team Development
  • Systems and Processes
  • Merchandising

Nice to have

  • associate’s degree
  • Culinary background

Role summary

Wander is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager for their dynamic airport restaurant at Calgary International Airport (YYC). This role requires a minimum of 2 years of restaurant/food service management experience, with a focus on full-service restaurant operations. Responsibilities include managing front-of-house and kitchen activities, leading teams, overseeing merchandising, office management, forecasting, budgeting, and problem-solving. Proficiency in MS Office and POS systems is necessary. The position offers a competitive salary, quarterly and year-end bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and career progression opportunities within a fast-paced airport environment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and able to obtain the required airport security clearance (RAIC).

Calgary International Airport (YYC) | Wander

Join Our Team as an Assistant Restaurant Manager in a dynamic airport restaurant environment!

  • $57,400 / year
  • Opportunity for quarterly bonus and year-end super bonus
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Career Progression Opportunities
  • Full-Service Restaurant w/ Bar Management Experience Required

Are you an experienced food service professional with a passion for high-volume, a stickler for food safety, and a knack for leadership?

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Restaurant Manager. If you thrive in a fast-paced food environment and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do:

  • Manage All Front of House and Kitchen Activities
  • Focus on the Food
  • Lead and Develop Team
  • Systems and Processes
  • Merchandising and Displays
  • Office Management
  • Forecasting and Budgeting
  • Problem Solving

What We’re Looking For:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent, associate’s degree or equivalent coursework preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years in restaurant/food service in a management/supervisory capacity.
  • Full-Service restaurant management experience required. Culinary background is desirable.
  • Proficient level of computer literacy, including MS Office and Point-of-Sale (POS) systems.
  • Effective organizational maturity to prioritize daily, weekly, monthly and yearly activities.
  • Ability to interact at all levels, including with executives, union representatives, and diverse hourly team members.
  • Proven track record of resolving uncomfortable situations with clients, customers, peers and direct reports.

Why Join Us?

  • Dynamic Environment: Work in the fast-paced and exciting setting of a major airport.
  • Growth Opportunities: Develop your career in a supportive and challenging environment working for one of the largest restaurant operators in the world!
  • Competitive Compensation + bonus and Health, Dental, Vision and Life Plans, Paid Time Off, RRSP Matching, and Employee Assistance Program.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to bring your expertise to our team and help us deliver exceptional service and quality in a high-volume airport setting, apply now!

Additional Statements

This position is located in a secure airport environment and a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) is required. All candidates must be legally authorised to work in Canada and must be able to provide the necessary government-issued documentation required for airport security clearance. Documentation will be reviewed during the onboarding process in accordance with Transport Canada regulations. Further information can be found at: 

https://tc.canada.ca/en/programs/non-funding-programs/transportation-security-clearance-program/apply-transportation-security-clearance

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at SSP. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to engaging all of our people, so they feel valued and motivated; we champion diversity, promote inclusion, and ensure equality. We respect and protect human rights and prevent discrimination; and we positively impact our communities. We encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual identity and orientation.

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