About Freehand Hospitality
Rooted in chef-led creativity, our team is passionate about bringing people together with bold flavours, thoughtful ingredients, and warm, welcoming service. We celebrate diverse culinary styles—from upscale Maritime dining to classic French fare—paired with genuine hospitality that leaves a lasting impression. Every dish tells a story, and every experience celebrates connection, community, and a true sense of place in Halifax.
Daryâ is an elegant-meets-earthy abode, we invite you to enjoy our chefs’ interpretation of Eastern Mediterranean flavours, ingredients and techniques. Our name, which translates to “sea” or “ocean” in Persian, serves as a nod to both our waterfront location and the Eastern Mediterranean seaboard. Led by District Executive Chef Steven Kwon and Chef de Cuisine Wesley Bernard, our kitchen seeks to pay homage to the distinct culinary traditions of the Eastern Mediterranean.
Job Description
Under the direction of the General Manager, we are looking for an Assistant Manager at Daryâ who will be accountable for the day-to-day operations of the restaurant including staffing, cost controls, staff training, budgeting, administration and active floor management during service.

• Communicating the vision to all team members and leading by example
• Promoting the restaurant’s brand and core values to both customers and employees
• Ensuring consistent and exceptional guest experience
• Interacting with guests, addressing inquiries, managing feedback, and complaints promptly and professionally
• Liaising with back-of-house leadership as appropriate to resolve any issues regarding food quality or presentation
• Ensuring smooth and efficient daily operations, including managing staff schedules, maintaining service standards, and upholding a high level of cleanliness
• Providing mentorship to the front of house team, including monitoring employee performance, providing regular feedback, conducting performance evaluations, and implementing corrective actions as needed
• Acting as a team player and stepping in to assist with additional duties when necessary
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Ensuring compliance with manager accountabilities as outlined in the Liquor Control Act and upholding all relevant legal standards
• Ensuring that opening and closing procedures are followed when on duty
• Preforming other similar and relevant duties as required from time to time