Assistant Restaurant Manager - Fine Dining

A rare opportunity to join one of Canada’s most celebrated destination dining experiences. Located on the spectacular west coast of Vancouver Island, this award-winning restaurant and boutique hotel has earned national recognition as one of Canada’s top restaurants and a leading destination for exceptional food, wine, and hospitality. Set in the natural beauty of Ucluelet, the intimate dining experience is built around seasonal Canadian ingredients, thoughtful creativity, and genuine connection. With a tasting menu restaurant, boutique guest accommodations, and a rooftop kitchen garden, every detail is designed to create a memorable experience for guests and an inspiring environment for the team. The team believes great hospitality starts with great people.

This is a place where passionate hospitality professionals come together, support one another, and continue to grow. Along with competitive compensation, the organization offers a collaborative culture, professional development opportunities, annual education funding, benefits, team meals, discounts, longevity rewards, and an annual winter closure.

As Assistant Restaurant Manager, you will play an important leadership role within the front-of-house team, partnering with the ownership and leadership team to deliver exceptional guest experiences while supporting the daily operation of the restaurant and boutique accommodations. This is a hands-on hospitality leadership role for someone who enjoys being present on the floor, developing people, and creating memorable moments for guests. You will help lead service, mentor team members, support beverage education, and contribute to the continued evolution of one of Canada’s leading destination restaurants. This position is ideal for an emerging hospitality leader who is passionate about food, wine, and service excellence and is looking for an opportunity to grow toward a future Restaurant Manager role.

Description

• Lead by example, providing warm, genuine, and attentive service
• Support the leadership team in the daily operation of the restaurant and boutique accommodations
• Mentor, coach, and support front-of-house team members through ongoing training and development
• Develop a strong knowledge of seasonal menus, wine selections, cocktails, and beverage offerings
• Assist with the ongoing development and management of the beverage program
• Guide guests through tasting menus and beverage pairings with confidence and authenticity
• Support daily operations including reservations, guest communications, dinner service, and closing procedures
• Assist with guest relations and service recovery when required
• Collaborate closely with the culinary team to deliver seamless guest experiences
• Contribute ideas to continually improve the guest experience and workplace culture
• Uphold the exceptional hospitality standards that have earned national recognition

Requirements

• Passionate about hospitality, food, wine, and creating memorable guest experiences
• Previous experience in fine dining or a similar high-level restaurant environment
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead by example while fostering a positive team culture
• Confidence making decisions and supporting the team during service
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
• Sommelier experience, WSET certification, beverage education, or experience managing beverage programs are considered assets

Corporate Culture

• Starting salary of $55,000 annually based on approximately 10.5 months of work, including an annual winter closure
• Tip pooling
• Annual 5% salary increase
• Extended health and dental benefits
• Annual education funding
• Daily family meal
• Restaurant and room discounts
• Family room rates
• Longevity rewards
• Annual team appreciation events
• Dinner service only
• Supportive, collaborative, and positive working environment
• Long-term housing available with private room in a shared home

The leadership team typically works four days per week, averaging 40 to 50 hours. Summer brings full, energetic service periods, while winter offers a slower pace and the opportunity to enjoy everything the West Coast has to offer.

With three days off each week, Ucluelet provides an incredible lifestyle for those who enjoy surfing, hiking, fishing, camping, and exploring the natural beauty of Vancouver Island.

If you are passionate about exceptional hospitality and want to be part of a team creating one of Canada’s most unique dining experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Contact Carmen MacKeage at 403.670.9101 x5 or submit your resume in confidence below.