Availability Requirements:

Applicants must be available during our hours of operation and able to work full-time hours. Flexibility is required to accommodate business needs, including evenings, weekends, and peak periods.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive restaurant experience, and a thorough understanding of food safety and hospitality standards. This role involves supervising staff, managing food quality, and maintaining a welcoming environment for guests.

The Restaurant

Manager will play a key role in driving the success of our establishment by ensuring efficient service, high food quality, and excellent customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

- Lead and supervise restaurant staff, including interviewing, hiring, training, and evaluating team members to foster a motivated and professional workforce.
- Oversee food preparation, cooking processes, and food handling to ensure compliance with safety standards and quality expectations.
- Manage daily restaurant operations, including POS system management (Micros POS), cash handling, and inventory control.
- Ensure adherence to food safety regulations and proper sanitation practices across all areas of the restaurant.
- Provide outstanding customer service by addressing guest concerns promptly and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere.
- Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and optimal service flow.




- Monitor restaurant performance metrics and implement strategies for continuous improvement in service quality and operational efficiency.
- Maintain a clean, organized setting that complies with health codes and safety standards.
- Oversee hospitality functions such as serving, bar operations (including barista experience), and hotel-related services if applicable.

Experience

- Proven supervising experience in a restaurant or food service environment.
- Extensive restaurant management background with knowledge of food industry standards.
- Hands-on experience with food preparation, cooking, and food safety protocols.
- Familiarity with POS systems such as Micros POS or similar platforms.
- Strong team management skills including interviewing, training, and leadership capabilities.
- Previous experience in hospitality settings such as hotels or bars is advantageous.
- Knowledge of kitchen operations, food handling procedures, and customer service excellence is essential.
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team effectively while maintaining high standards of food quality and guest satisfaction. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to lead a vibrant restaurant team while ensuring operational excellence and memorable dining experiences for guests.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $18.00-$23.00 per hour

Application question(s)

- Please note this position requires open full time availability and is not suited for students.
- Do you require LMIA sponsor ? If so we are not part of this program.
- Are you Located in Saint John - Surrounding areas?

Experience:
- Management/Supervisor: 1 year (preferred)

Language:
- English (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Restaurant Manager (Saint John)
🏢 The Zesty Lemon
📍 Saint John