- Salary
- C$20 – C$25/hr
- Location
- Caledon, Ontario, CA
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Retail
- Seniority
- Manager
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
Restaurant Manager – Gusto Caledon
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Caledon, ON
Job Summary
Gusto Caledon is looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager to oversee the daily operations of our full-service restaurant and bar. The successful candidate will lead the front-of-house team, ensure exceptional customer service, maintain high operational standards, and manage both restaurant and bar operations. This is a hands-on management position that requires strong leadership, organization, and bar knowledge.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the restaurant and bar.
- Lead, train, coach, and supervise front-of-house staff.
- Recruit, interview, and onboard new employees.
- Create weekly staff schedules and manage labour costs.
- Ensure all opening and closing procedures are completed properly.
- Maintain high standards of customer service and guest satisfaction.
- Resolve customer concerns professionally and efficiently.
- Ensure food and beverage quality meets company standards.
- Manage bar operations, including cocktail quality, beer and wine service, inventory, and responsible alcohol service.
- Monitor inventory levels and place food, beverage, and supply orders.
- Control food and beverage costs while minimizing waste.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, liquor licensing, and food handling regulations.
- Perform daily cash reconciliation and monitor sales performance.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the restaurant, bar, kitchen, washrooms, and dining areas.
- Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service during all shifts.
- Support restaurant promotions, events, and marketing initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of restaurant management experience in a full-service restaurant.
- Minimum 2 years of bartending or bar management experience is required.
- Strong knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, spirits, and responsible alcohol service.
- Experience managing both restaurant and bar operations.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Experience with staff scheduling, hiring, coaching, and performance management.
- Experience with inventory management, ordering, and cost control.
- Knowledge of POS systems, cash handling, and end-of-day reconciliation.
- Smart Serve Certification is required.
- Food Handler Certification is considered an asset.
- Must be available to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
What We’re Looking For:
- A hands-on leader who leads by example.
- Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to motivate staff and maintain a positive team culture.
- Professional appearance and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Skills
ComplianceCustomer ServiceCash HandlingBartendingInventory Management
