Chop - Markham - General Manager

We are looking for an incredible General Manager to be the leader of our team. Our people are the heart and soul of our business, and we are on the hunt for an amazing person like you to personify the magic and precision of the overall restaurant experience, all the while providing best-in-class leadership to an awesome group of people.

The Senior Leadership team is here to train and mentor you, while supporting your life goals. Our restaurants are industry leaders in team development and offer unique opportunities for personal growth, regardless of where you are at in your career. You will be sure to make meaningful, career-enhancing connections and lifelong friends along the way.

Our menu, continuously developed by our Executive Chef, features globally inspired flavors and fresh, high quality ingredients. Our passion for the culinary arts and hospitality is evident in our menu, but also in our teams. Both our culinary and front of house staff members are made of people who work to make memorable experiences for our guests, from handcrafted dishes to flawless table service, focused on excellence in every detail.

Key Responsibilities

As the General Manager, you will be at the center of it all - instilling and maintaining an overall positive culture amongst the entire team, developing of all leadership positions, and role modelling hospitality - while heading all operational and financial aspects of the business. Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Manage and analyze financial parameters and controls for all areas of the restaurant and determine business priorities
• Ensure complete guest satisfaction at all times, at an exceptional level
• Oversee and ensure general maintenance and cleanliness of property
• Corroborate successful hiring, training and week-to-week schedules for all departments that achieve labour targets
• Consistently implement initiatives to achieve all financial targets and performance goals

Key Requirements

• 3+ years previous experience leading a full-service restaurant or bar
• Passionate about developing others
• Passionate about food and drink and up on all the latest trends
• Established leadership skills
• Ability to develop and motivate the people around you to always be their best
• Successful in training others to master technical skills
• Highly organized with great planning and administrative skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken
• Ability to showcase Brand Ambassadorship
• Well versed in local marketing skills and event management
• Skilled at setting and achieving short and long-term business goals
• Energetic and positive
• Desire for continuous improvement
• Committed to being inclusive and embracing diversity

Opportunities

With our company, you will have the chance to:

• Gain valuable leadership skills and experience
• Grow your career in our rapidly expanding company
• Cultivate your own development by working with senior leaders
• Attend leadership development seminars and conferences
• Learn about opportunities for taking part in new restaurant opens across Canada and the USA

Proud to be 100% Canadian-owned, Northland Properties' are recognized as one of the most trusted names in hotels, restaurants, resorts, sports, construction, and asset management. Our well-known and loved brands have been bringing people together to celebrate unforgettable experiences across Canada, the US, Ireland, and the UK for over 50 years. As Canada’s fastest-growing hospitality group, we believe the foundation of our continued success is our people and their ability to take great care of our guests.

At Northland Properties, we are committed to building a network of talented professionals who can help to provide exceptional hospitality experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we are constantly seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join us in various fields, including Construction, Finance, IT, HR, Marketing, and Support Center. To join our dedicated team and be a part of our thriving hospitality community, explore the exciting career opportunities available at https://northland.ca/careers/.

Submission of resume does not guarantee an interview or transfer. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the minimal requirements of the applicable skills required. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply as the employer does not have a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support a foreign worker. Applications will not be accepted via email or in person. We thank all applicants for their interest in Career opportunities with Company, however, only those applicants we wish to interview will receive a reply to their application.

Northland Restaurant Group uses AI enabled tools to assist with application management. All hiring decisions are made by people. We do not use AI to screen, assess or select applicants for this posting. Northland Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Northland Restaurant Group does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, provincial or local laws. Accommodations are available at any stage of the recruitment process upon request. If you need support, please email [email protected]. Northland Restaurant Group takes seriously its obligations under the Human Rights Code.