Restaurant Assistant Manager
$48,000–$48,000 year
On-siteWhitehorse, Yukon, Canada
Job Summary
Support the Restaurant Manager in balancing food quality, speed of service, guest satisfaction, and cost control while ensuring compliance with WorkSafeBC, public health, and employment standards. Assist in reviewing weekly P&L statements, managing food and labour costs, and leading team meetings when delegated. Recruit, train, and coach hourly team members, address performance issues, and mentor staff for future leadership opportunities. Maintain operational standards, support equipment maintenance, and ensure sanitation and food-handling protocols are met. Resolve guest concerns, monitor satisfaction metrics, and assist with local marketing initiatives. This role requires a secondary school certificate, three years of restaurant management experience, and FOODSAFE Level 1 certification. Full operational responsibility is held during assigned shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Required Qualifications
- Secondary School Certificate or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years of restaurant management experience
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Proficiency in all restaurant operational positions
- Knowledge of restaurant operating systems and standards
- Interest in coaching, mentoring, and developing team members
- Ability to perform basic accounting and administrative duties
- Asset - FOODSAFE Level 1 required
- Asset - Basic or Intermediate First Aid certification
- Proficiency with POS systems, Windows 11, and Microsoft 365 Business
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada
- Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Full operational responsibility during assigned shifts
Desired Qualifications
- Asset - FOODSAFE Level 2 preferred
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