Assistant Restaurant Manager

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Assistant Restaurant Manager

Richmond, Brit

Posted 3 weeks ago

About the job

Lift Bar at Vancouver International Airport seeks an Assistant Restaurant Manager to support daily operations, lead teams, uphold service standards, and ensure guest satisfaction in a high-energy setting. Benefits include health, dental, vision, PTO, RRSP, and bonuses.

Requirements

2+ years restaurant management
Full-service dining experience
Strong team leadership
Operational and organizational skills
Proficient with POS and MS Office

Qualifications

High School Diploma required
Post-secondary education preferred
Ability to obtain security clearance
Passion for hospitality
Excellent communication skills

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Vancouver International Airport (YVR) | Lift Bar

$55,346 / year + quarterly & year-end bonus
Comprehensive benefits package

We’re looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager who thrives in high-volume environments, leads from the floor, and partners closely with both the Restaurant General Manager and Kitchen Manager to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

This role is ideal for a hospitality leader ready to grow - someone who takes pride in service standards, team development, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

Support the day-to-day leadership of a full-service restaurant with bar
Lead Front of House and service execution, ensuring strong floor presence and guest engagement
Partner with the Kitchen Manager to maintain food quality, timing, and service flow
Coach, develop, and motivate hourly team members and supervisors
Uphold food safety, alcohol service, and operational compliance standards
Assist with scheduling, labor management, inventory, and administrative tasks
Monitor systems, ticket flow, and operational priorities during service
Step in to solve problems quickly while keeping the guest experience front and center

What We’re Looking For

Minimum 2 years of restaurant management or supervisory experience in a full-service environment
Full-service dining with bar experience required
Strong floor leadership and the ability to lead teams in fast-paced, high-volume settings
Passion for hospitality, food quality, and service excellence
Comfortable working with POS systems, Microsoft Office, and operational tools
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing demands
Ability to obtain Transport Canada security clearance (5-year background check)
High School Diploma required; post-secondary education preferred

Why SSP Canada

High-energy, high-visibility location at YVR
Clear partnership with an experienced RGM
Career progression opportunities with a global food & beverage leader
Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, PTO, RRSP (w/ company match), EAP, and bonus eligibility

Ready to Grow Your Career?
If you’re passionate about hospitality, energized by busy services, and ready to grow as a leader in a standout restaurant concept - we’d love to meet you.

Additional Statements

This position is located in a secure airport environment and a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) is required. All candidates must be legally authorised to work in Canada and must be able to provide the necessary government-issued documentation required for airport security clearance. Documentation will be reviewed during the onboarding process in accordance with Transport Canada regulations. Further information can be found at:

https://tc.canada.ca/en/programs/non-funding-programs/transportation-security-clearance-program/apply-transportation-security-clearance

SSP Canada is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities, 2005 in our recruitment and employment practices. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, including the interview and assessment stage, due to a disability, please inform us of your need and the nature of the accommodation(s) that may be required.

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