Restaurant Manager at Rise Real Estate

Quinte West, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jun, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

13 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Tactical Planning, Strategic Planning, Food And Beverage Execution, Guest Engagement, Team Motivation, Coaching, Supervising, Scheduling, Recruitment, Inventory Management, Service Standards, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Reporting, POS Systems

Industry

Description

Restaurant Manager Reports to Restaurant General Manager; position is exempt. Accepting Applications through March 20th, 2026 or until filled THE ROLE The Restaurant Manager reports directly to the Restaurant General Manager. It is critical the person in this position is tactical and strategic; if you only prefer to “see the forest” and not “plant the trees,” then this is not a role for you. All leaders of Aparium are required to get down and dirty to unearth existing needs and personally ensure what needs to be fixed is repaired. We are a young company that is in hyper-growth, so having the ability to be a soldier is as critical as being a general. As the Restaurant Manager, you will lead the Food + Beverage Teams to execute the daily breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner services in our restaurants. The Restaurant Manager wears many different hats throughout the day – leading by example while spending much of your day engaging with your associates and guests before, during, and after services. We encourage our leaders to inspire and challenge each other to be their best. A large degree of self-motivation is needed to drive your department, while collaborating with the Culinary Team to execute your restaurant concept at a high level. As a leader within Aparium Hotel Group, you will work with a phenomenal group of peers who insist that you are collaborative, humble, experienced, and open-minded – no egos are allowed. The Restaurant Manager will maintain and execute the Standards of Service for the Restaurant, assuring success for the guest experience. WHAT YOU WILL DO * Uphold and model the company’s principles of People, Place and Character; and ensure your team also models the way our values drive collaboration, intuition and translocal hospitality * Actively participate in recruitment, training, scheduling, supervising, coaching, and motivation of all Food + Beverage associates in order to create an environment that nurtures ideas and develops future talent for succession planning in the Restaurant program; effectively use corrective action to address root causes of issues, course-correcting any missed opportunities. * Ensure timely set-up of the dining room and adhere to food & beverage standards and guest requests through active communication with the Culinary Department. Responsible for maintaining a strong guest and VIP relationship and ensuring all requests are communicated to staff. * Review all reservations and cover count reports to determine appropriate staffing levels and station assignments. Work with the Culinary team to effectively communicate all requests. * Manage inventory, control breakage/loss reduction of China, glass and silver related to restaurant services. Inspect and oversee the cleanliness and maintenance of all restaurant space, public areas, and service areas. * Assists in other food & beverage departments as needed. * Maintain regular communication with the F&B Management team to provide updates, discuss plans, communicate needs, and align on priorities, understanding that flexibility with your responsibilities is paramount to support a successful operation. WHAT YOU WILL NEED * Passion for the People, Place and Culture of our community, love of Restaurants and Guest Service also required. * Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a leadership role in Restaurant or Food & Beverage management, hotel or restaurant opening experience is a plus. * Must be proficient in Word, Excel and other applicable computer systems. * Expert-level knowledge, or ability to obtain, in reservations systems such as OpenTable and Tock, as well as POS systems such as Micros, Silverware and Lightspeed * Expert-level knowledge, or ability to obtain, in reporting and inventory management tools * Thorough understanding of excellent service, labor control, maintenance, merchandising and accounting * Ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol Awareness certification (TiPS) and Food Handlers Certification (ServSafe) within 30-days of hire. * Thorough understanding of all food & beverage items offered, including ingredients, methods of preparation and proper service to include In Room Dining standards. (IRD) * Expert knowledge of wines and spirits * Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel, including nights, weekends, and holidays. * Fluency in English both verbally and non-verbally * Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time; push, pull, lift up to 50 lbs. * Must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10* F) and kitchens (+110* F), possible for one hour or more. Annual Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000, based on experience WHO WE ARE Hotels done differently. It’s not just a slogan or catchphrase, it is who we are in everything we do. We believe in the power of People, Place and Character; ensuring our properties are a place where individuals are valued and celebrated as a tribute to the neighborhoods and the people of the communities in which we operate; elevating our associates’ pride in who they are, where they live and who we serve. Populus is managed by Aparium Hotel Group which was founded in 2011. Aparium saw a clear need for a company that could bring c-suite service and accommodations to underserved, yet distinct and important cities, while maintaining and celebrating the unadulterated character of each. Driven by the belief that all hospitality experiences should be fueled by the poetics of their surroundings, Aparium was born with an intense focus on unearthing the amazing moments unique to every city. Since its founding, Aparium has grown into a new kind of hotel brand, one that ventures off the beaten path, both geographically and philosophically. It is a sophisticated hotel brand known for its singular ability to combine the business acumen of large hospitality companies with the charm of boutique hotels, bringing the disparate forces together in bustling, smaller markets. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they come from and take pride in who we serve. Aparium is an E-Verify employer.

Responsibilities

The Restaurant Manager leads Food + Beverage Teams in executing daily breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner services, while modeling company principles and ensuring adherence to service standards for guest experience success. This role involves active participation in associate development, managing inventory, overseeing cleanliness, and maintaining strong guest relationships through constant engagement and communication.