CEDARS RESTAURANT MANAGER
Come work at an awe-inspiring Oceanside property overlooking the Salish Sea, surrounded by 22 acres of tranquil forest.
Tigh-Na-Mara is home to the Grotto Spa, voted #1 Spa in British Columbia, two award-winning restaurants, 10,000 square feet of conference space, 192 unique accommodations, British Columbia's most extensive resort recreation program, 3 km of sandy beach, and some of the warmest ocean swimming waters in Canada.
Tigh-Na-Mara is a wonderful place to play and to work.
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director, Food & Beverage, the Cedars Restaurant Manager leads the day-to-day operation of Cedars Restaurant and Lounge, a high-volume, full-service restaurant serving resort guests and the local community, with seating for approximately 330 guests across the restaurant, lounge, and seasonal patio.
This hands-on leadership role is responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences while overseeing Team Member performance and development, operational standards, financial performance, and the overall success of the restaurant.
WHAT TIGH-NA-MARA OFFERS YOU
- Competitive wages and eligible Team Member benefits.
- Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
- Opportunities for internal growth and promotion.
- Team Member perks and discounts throughout the resort, including Pines Gift Shop, Cedars Restaurant, and the Grotto Spa.
- Access to resort amenities, including the pool and fitness facilities.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- The opportunity to work alongside an amazing team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead daily restaurant, lounge, bar, and seasonal patio operations.
- Lead, coach, schedule, and develop front-of-house supervisors and Team Members.
- Maintain exceptional standards for guest service, cleanliness, safety, and presentation.
- Oversee sales, labour costs, budgets, inventory, and profitability to support established financial targets.
- Partner with the Director, Food & Beverage, Executive Chef, and culinary team to ensure consistent and efficient service.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and Team Member development.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, responsible liquor service, workplace safety, and applicable regulations.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, revenue, and the guest experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of progressive restaurant management experience; General Manager experience is considered a strong asset.
- Experience leading a high-volume, full-service restaurant operation.
- Strong knowledge of front-of-house, bar, and lounge operations.
- Proven leadership and team-development skills.
- Experience managing labour, budgets, inventory, costs, and profitability.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lead effectively in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Knowledge of food safety, responsible alcohol service, and workplace safety requirements.
- WSET certification is considered an asset.
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
We offer competitive wages, opportunities for career growth, and a positive, inclusive, and sustainability-focused work environment.
If you have a passion for hospitality, take pride in creating exceptional guest experiences, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment in a beautiful Oceanside setting, apply now to join our team as the Cedars Restaurant Manager.
Please apply below with an up-to-date resume. No phone calls or in-person applications, please.
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Pay: $65,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you able to reliably get to and from Parksville, BC, for all scheduled shifts?
- Are you available to work a flexible schedule, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays?
Work Location: In person
