Salary: To be determined based on experience

About Us

We are a thriving, mid-sized, full-service restaurant dedicated to celebrating the best of Nova Scotia. Our menu is driven by strong partnerships with local farmers, and producers. We pride ourselves on delivering a warm, community-focused guest experience, exceptional craft beverage pairings, and sustainably sourced scratch cooking.

We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and business-savvy General Manager (GM) to lead our team, elevate our service culture, and drive our daily operations. As the General Manager, you will hold ultimate accountability for the restaurant’s overall success. You will bridge front-of-house (FOH) hospitality with back-of-house (BOH) culinary execution.

Because our product revolves around local sourcing, you will champion our farm-to-table ethos, maintain tight operational controls, and mentor a tight-knit team of hospitality professionals.

Key Responsibilities

- Daily Operations: Oversee day-to-day service, workflow efficiency, and restaurant maintenance.
- Financial Management: Managing beverage and labor costs.
- Team Leadership: Recruit, onboard, and inspire a team of 25–35 staff members. Foster an inclusive, positive, and collaborative workplace.
- Guest & Community Relations: Maintain an active floor presence during peak hours.



Build genuine relationships with regular guests and manage feedback with grace.
- Vendor & Supply Collaboration: Work closely with the Head Chef to manage shifting menu costs and labour costs.
- Compliance & Safety: Ensure strict compliance with Nova Scotia Food Safety regulations, NS Liquor Control acts, and workplace safety standards.

Qualifications & Skills

- Experience: 3+ years of experience as a Restaurant General Manager or Assistant GM in a full-service, scratch-kitchen, or upscale-casual workplace.
- Local Passion: A genuine enthusiasm for the farm-to-table movement, sustainable food systems, and Nova Scotia’s local food and beverage scene.
- Leadership Style: Hands-on leader who coaches with empathy but holds the team accountable to high service standards.
- Availability: Flexibility to work a hospitality schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Certifications: Valid Food Safety Certification and Serve Right (NS Liquor Training) are required.

What We Offer

- Competitive wage.
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits package.
- Paid time off and annual vacation allocation.
- Generous dining discounts and staff meal.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience with your resume.

Benefits

- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Store discount

Work Location: In person

📌 General Manager (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 The Wooden Monkey Restaurant
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality