Assistant Restaurant Manager

Victorial International Airport (YYJ) | Spinnaker's

Lead the Team. Drive the Experience. Support Operational Excellence.

Spinnaker’s at YYJ is looking for an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to help lead daily restaurant operations in a fast-paced airport environment.

This role oversees Front of House with a strong focus on team leadership, guest experience, food quality, and operational execution. If you thrive in high-volume environments and enjoy balancing people leadership with hands-on operations support, we’d love to connect with you.

What’s In It For You

$60,000 – $65,000 annual salary
Quarterly bonus opportunity + year-end super bonus
Comprehensive health, dental, vision & life benefits
Paid time off and RRSP program
Career growth opportunities with a global hospitality leader
Dynamic airport environment where every day moves fast

What You’ll Be Doing

Support daily Front of House and Kitchen operations
Lead shifts and help drive an exceptional guest experience
Coach, develop, and motivate restaurant teams
Maintain food safety, operational, and brand standards
Support labor, inventory, and cost control initiatives
Assist with scheduling, forecasting, and administrative tasks
Help maintain merchandising, displays, and restaurant presentation
Troubleshoot operational challenges and support peak business flow

What We’re Looking For

Minimum 2 years of restaurant or food service leadership experience
Full-service dining and bar experience strongly preferred
Experience overseeing both FOH and BOH operations preferred
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Experience with POS systems and Microsoft Office
High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education is an asset

Why Spinnaker’s + SSP?

At SSP, we create memorable dining experiences for travelers around the world while investing in the people who make it happen.

Competitive salary + bonus opportunities
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Benefits including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity & Pet Insurance
RRSP Program
Paid Vacation & Sick Time
Premium Holiday Pay
Career development and advancement opportunities
A collaborative, people-first culture focused on growth and support

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

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at SSP. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to engaging all of our people, so they feel valued and motivated; we champion diversity, promote inclusion, and ensure equality. We respect and protect human rights and prevent discrimination; and we positively impact our communities. We encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual identity and orientation.