District Manager – Restaurant Operations

Location: Greater Toronto Area, Ontario
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Compensation: Competitive, based on experience (See posting)

About the Opportunity

Our client, an established Canadian restaurant organization, is seeking an experienced, hands-on District Manager to oversee the operations and performance of multiple restaurant locations throughout the Greater Toronto Area.

Working closely with senior leadership and ownership, the successful candidate will play an important role in strengthening operational standards, developing restaurant teams, improving profitability, and supporting the organization's continued success.

This opportunity is ideally suited to an accomplished restaurant leader who enjoys being actively involved in the business, building strong teams and creating consistency across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

Multi-Unit Operations & Performance

- Provide leadership and operational oversight across multiple restaurant locations.
- Ensure consistent execution of company operating standards, systems and procedures.
- Monitor restaurant performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement effective action plans.
- Maintain a regular presence in restaurants, supporting management teams and reinforcing operational excellence.
- Oversee operational planning, staffing, inventory controls and reporting processes.
- Ensure high standards of food quality, guest experience, cleanliness and operational efficiency.
- Support restaurant transitions, operational improvements and broader business initiatives.

Financial Management & Business Development

- Oversee restaurant financial performance, including sales, profitability, labour and food costs.
- Review P&L; statements, budgets and key performance indicators.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, control costs and strengthen profitability.
- Support revenue growth through operational excellence, local business development and catering opportunities.
- Establish performance expectations and ensure accountability for financial and operational results.





Leadership & People Development

- Coach, mentor, and develop restaurant managers and their teams.
- Oversee recruitment, training, employee development and performance management.
- Build strong leadership pipelines through succession planning and internal development.
- Foster a positive, team-oriented and accountable workplace culture.
- Partner with senior leadership on workforce planning, employee relations and organizational development.
- Promote a leadership approach that balances clear expectations with coaching, support and empowerment.

Systems, Standards & Compliance

- Ensure adherence to established operating procedures, brand standards and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee compliance with food safety, workplace health and safety, and employment standards.
- Evaluate existing operational systems and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Support the implementation of new processes, training initiatives and operational strategies.
- Provide oversight and support for restaurant management and franchisee training programs.

Qualifications & Experience

- Minimum 5 years of progressive restaurant management experience, preferably including multi-unit leadership.
- Previous experience as a District Manager, Area Manager, Multi-Unit Operations Manager or comparable senior restaurant leader.
- Strong background in QSR, fast-casual or casual dining operations.
- Demonstrated success in improving restaurant performance, profitability, and operational consistency.
- Strong financial acumen, including P&L; management, labour controls and food cost management.
- Proven ability to coach, develop and motivate restaurant management teams.
- Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.




- Strong understanding of restaurant operating systems, procedures and compliance requirements.
- Experience supporting franchise operations would be considered an asset.
- Valid driver's licence, access to a reliable vehicle and appropriate insurance.
- Ability to travel regularly between restaurant locations throughout the GTA.

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a thoughtful, commercially minded restaurant leader who understands that strong operational performance begins with great people and effective systems.

You are equally comfortable reviewing financial results, coaching a restaurant manager or working collaboratively with ownership to identify opportunities for improvement.

You understand the importance of accountability but recognize that the best results come from developing, supporting, and empowering your teams.

Above all, you bring a practical, hands-on leadership style, sound business judgment and a genuine passion for restaurant operations.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

- Join an established Canadian restaurant organization.
- Work closely with ownership and senior leadership.
- Make a meaningful impact on operational performance and profitability.
- Play an important role in developing restaurant teams and future leaders.
- Contribute to operational improvements and longer-term business initiatives.
- Opportunity to influence systems, processes and operational strategy.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to forward a thoughtful, updated resume (not an Indeed-generated resume) directly to [email protected].

Please ensure your resume clearly outlines your relevant restaurant management experience, multi-unit leadership responsibilities, and key accomplishments.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Pay: $65,000.00-$118,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person

📌 District Manager (Greater Toronto Area)
🏢 Lecours Wolfson Hospitality Recruitment
📍 Greater Toronto Area