Job Overview
At Old Vines Restaurant, gracious hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. Our restaurant is home to a agile menu of wine-led, contemporary cuisine inspired by the exceptional farms, producers, and seasonal ingredients of beautiful British Columbia. Paired with warm, attentive service and award-winning wines from Quails' Gate Estate Winery, we strive to create memorable experiences for every guest who joins us.

We are seeking a dynamic, guest-focused Assistant Restaurant Manager to support our leadership team in delivering exceptional dining experiences that reflect the care, professionalism, and attention to detail that define Old Vines Restaurant.

What You’ll Do:

- Support the restaurant management team in leading daily operations and service execution
- Coach, motivate, and develop team members to uphold exceptional hospitality standards
- Foster a positive, professional, and guest-centric team culture
- Ensure smooth floor operations while maintaining attention to detail and service excellence
- Support administrative and operational functions, including inventory controls, beverage systems, scheduling, and reporting
- Actively contribute ideas and solutions that enhance the guest and team experience
- Lead by example through professionalism, accountability, and hands-on support during service

What You Bring:

- Minimum 3 years of restaurant leadership experience, preferably in fine dining
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire, mentor,



and develop a team
- Strong operational knowledge including beverage inventory systems and controls
- WSET Level 2 or ISG Level 2 certification (minimum requirement)
- Serving It Right and Food Safe Level 1 certifications
- Passion for wine, food, and hospitality excellence

Why Join Us?

At Quails' Gate, you'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to exceptional food and wine experiences at one of the Okanagan's premier winery destinations. We invest in our people, champion growth, and foster a workplace where teamwork, professionalism, and genuine hospitality thrive.

What's in it for you:

- Participation in the company tip pool
- Extended Health & Dental Benefits
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Complimentary Wine Education
- Training & Career Development
- Staff Discounts on Wine, Retail & Dining
- Staff Events & Team Celebrations

Pay: $58,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- West Kelowna, BC V1Z 2H3: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

Application question(s):

- Do you have 3+ years of restaurant leadership experience in either fine dining or premium casual dining?
- When are you available to start?

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Restaurant Manager (Canada)
🏢 Quails' Gate Vineyards Estate Winery
📍 Canada