Restaurant Manager Cocotte Bistro

Ottawa, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 12, 2026
Experience: At least 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in a premium, fast-paced, high-energy environment.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 13, 2026

Original job description

Operating in the hospitality and restaurant industry for nearly 50 years, Gray Collection is an award-winning group of authentically local hotels and restaurants that offer travelers from around the world the experience of friendly luxury. Among our establishments are Maggie Oakes, Jacopo, Vieux-Port Steakhouse, Pincette, Bevo Bar+Pizzeria, Restaurant Gaspar, Terrasse le Perché, Terrasse William Gray, and Terrasse sur l’Auberge.

Elegant French bistro with contemporary vibes in Downtown Ottawa, Cocotte Bistro is looking for his new Food and Beverage Manager.

Reporting to the Food & Beverage Director, the Food & Beverage Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the flawless operation of our restaurant by providing efficient service, maintaining high standards, and fostering a high-performing team. Building and maintaining strong professional relationships within the front-of-house and back-of-house teams will be crucial to your success. .

RESPONSABILITIES:

Cultivate a culture of authentic hospitality to support business objectives and growth.
Oversee logistics, including setup, staffing, and equipment, ensuring seamless event execution.
Manage financial aspects such as inventory controls, period-end assistance, billing reconciliation, and cash deposits.
Prepare financial reports, analyze performance, and recommend strategies for departmental growth.
Handle recruitment, employee schedule, training, integration, performance feedback, and employee relations.
Address service-related issues promptly to ensure guest satisfaction.
Provide ongoing support to the Food & Beverage Supervisor and service team, actively participating in service.
Lead by example, maintaining cleanliness and orderliness.
Offer feedback and guidance to ensure team members have growth and development opportunities.
Support the Food & Beverage Director in achieving departmental key performance objectives for the restaurant operations.
Build and motivate a high-performing team with strong quality and sales standards.
Maintain an impeccable online reputation across platforms like TripAdvisor, Google, and local review sites.

QUALIFICATIONS:

At least 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in a premium, fast-paced, high-energy environment.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Extensive knowledge in wines and beverages.
Smart Serve Certification is required.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends.
Ability to handle stressful situations and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food and beverage service.

BENEFITS:

Group insurance plan with telemedecine
Group RRSP and DPSP (Deferred Profit Sharing Plan)
50% employee discount at all of our establishments for the employee and up to 3 guests
Discounts with our business partners (transportation, wellness, leisure)
Company culture that values employees
Employee recognition events
Growing company with opportunities for career development and personal growth

We thank you for your interest. Only individuals selected to be interviewed will be contacted.

In this document, we have made an effort to use neutral language suitable for all individuals, regardless of gender. However, certain terms, job titles, and sentence structures may require us to use the masculine form as a neutral gender. We wish to inform you of this. As we prioritize an inclusive work environment, we welcome all individuals, regardless of gender, to apply.

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Responsibilities

Oversee restaurant service and event logistics, manage financial controls and reporting, and support the Food and Beverage Director in meeting departmental objectives. Recruit, schedule, train, and develop employees while maintaining service standards, guest satisfaction, and the restaurant’s online reputation.

Requirements

Requires 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in a premium, fast-paced environment, strong leadership and team management skills, and extensive wine and beverage knowledge. Smart Serve certification, flexibility to work varied shifts, the ability to handle stressful situations, and knowledge of food and beverage health and safety regulations are also required.

Skills

Leadership
Team Management
Hospitality
Restaurant Operations
Food and Beverage Service
Wine and Beverage Knowledge
Inventory Control
Financial Reporting
Performance Analysis
Recruitment
Employee Scheduling
Training and Onboarding
Performance Feedback
Guest Satisfaction
Event Logistics
Health and Safety Compliance

Benefits

Group Insurance Plan With Telemedicine
Group RRSP
Deferred Profit Sharing Plan
Employee Discount
Business Partner Discounts
Employee Recognition Events
Career Development Opportunities
Personal Growth Opportunities

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Keywords

Restaurant Management
Food and Beverage Management
Hospitality
Restaurant Operations
Authentic Hospitality
Event Logistics
Staffing
Inventory Control
Financial Reporting
Performance Analysis
Billing Reconciliation
Cash Deposits
Recruitment
Employee Scheduling
Training
Employee Relations
Guest Satisfaction
Wine Knowledge
Beverage Knowledge
Smart Serve Certification
Food Safety
Health and Safety Regulations
Online Reputation Management
TripAdvisor
Google Reviews

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