General Manager

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Our Client: We are proud owners and operaters several successful restaurants across Canada and the United States. Known for our globally inspired menu, handcrafted cocktails, and vibrant atmosphere, we’re passionate about delivering memorable dining experiences for our guests. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to developing strong leaders who thrive in hospitality. We have also pledged to being the most tech forward full service restaurant group in Canada and beyond.

Our restaurants are industry leaders in team development and offer unique opportunities for personal growth, regardless of where you are in your career. You will be sure to make meaningful, career-enhancing connections and lifelong friends along the way.

Our menu, continuously developed by our Concept Chef, features globally inspired flavors and fresh, high-quality ingredients. Our passion for the culinary arts and hospitality is evident in our menu, but also in our teams. Both our culinary and front of house staff members are made of people who work to make memorable experiences for our guests, from handcrafted dishes to flawless table service, focused on excellence in every detail.

We’re looking for an experienced General Manager to lead restaurants in the Greater Toronto Area specifically in Scarborough.

You’ll oversee restaurant operations, help build guest count, drive sales, and develop strong leadership teams while ensuring every guest enjoys an outstanding dining experience. Responsible for creating and enhancing a restaurant culture that drives excellence in every aspect of hospitality success: Making guests feel special, top line revenues, excellent service, high quality product, strong morale, and superior profit management to achieve financial goals.

What You’ll Do

Lead and support your managers, your Chef as your partner in the restaurant, and teams at all levels

Drive sales growth and meet financial targets

Regular reconciliation of the P & L statements

Support and implement new and current tech initiatives

Conduct regular restaurant visits and operational reviews & audits

Recruit, train, and develop top-performing leaders

Ensure compliance with health, safety, and liquor regulations

Champion team culture, recognition, and motivation

Collaborate on long-term strategy

General Managers are directly overseeing the recruitment, training, development and mentoring of current AMs and future GMs and Chefs out of your restaurant due to growth

The successful General Manager will have an unparalleled passion for guest service, restaurant operations and management of profitability.

What We’re Looking For

Leadership experience in a full-service premium casual dining restaurant chains is an asset

3+ years as a successful General Manager in a high-volume environment

Ability to analyze and present P&L reconciliation

Strong financial management and cost-control skills

Excellent communication and leadership abilities

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and POS systems

Ability to understand, incorporate, and utilize AI is an asset

Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or Business education is an asset

What We Offer

Our commitment to your personal and professional development

Leadership education and industry conferences

Full benefits

One extra week paid vacation to an all inclusive destination per year

Clothing allowance

Flexible hours

Opportunities to support new restaurant openings across Canada & the USA

Significant performance-based bonus potential

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