Assistant Manager

Dominion Bar + Kitchen is Surrey City Centre's social hub - an inspired downtown experience with local comfort. Our innovative menus centre on New Canadian entrées, appetizers, and classic favourites, focusing on locally sourced ingredients. Paired with an exciting list of signature cocktails, outstanding BC wines and craft beer, Dominion Bar + Kitchen sets the scene in Surrey. Located in the lobby of Civic Hotel, Autograph Collection, with views over Civic Plaza, Dominion is a perfect destination for brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Why Join Our Team?

• Dominion offers our team members a variety of benefits, including:
• Competitive wages
• Opportunity for health and dental benefits - including a wellness spending account
• Flexible schedule - balance your schedule with your life!
• Staff discounts - including meals and Civic Hotel stays
• Team events
• Inclusive and diverse team
• Next to the Surrey Central Skytrain Station
• The ability to advance your career through training and development opportunities!

As a part of Century Group Lands Corporation, career opportunities are available within other areas of hospitality and expand across a diverse group of companies and corporate divisions. Apply now to discover your next career move!

Role Summary

Reporting to the General Manager, and working with the Head Chef, you will be responsible for the management of all aspects of the restaurant, executing flawless dining experiences for our guests. As you supervise the daily restaurant operations, you will consistently ensure that all team members deliver professional, friendly and engaging service. Supporting and assisting the General Manager to create a unique working environment.

Key Accountabilities

1. Adhere to company standards and service levels to increase sales and minimize costs, including food, beverage, supply, utility and labor costs.
2. Responsible for ensuring that all financial (invoices, reporting) and personnel/payroll related administrative duties are completed accurately, on time and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
3. Maintain and support the high standards of quality represented in our food and beverage programs
4. Coordinate and conduct pre-shift meetings and maintain daily communication for food, wine and beverage details as they relate to service
5. Develop and maintain staff’s product knowledge through ongoing training
6. Promote a positive work environment and culture where staff development and good work are recognized

Education & Experience

• Minimum two (2) years of recent brand restaurant experience at the management level or equivalent
• Serving it Right or Pro Serv Certified
• Culinary experience, knowledge of craft beers, wines and cocktails

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Record of maintaining high standards in food quality, guest satisfaction, restaurant cleanliness and sanitation
• Passion for the food, beverage and the restaurant industry
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Outstanding leadership, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills with the capacity to develop and motivate staff to achieve challenging goals
• Experience with Google Workspace
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including opening, closing, weekends and holidays