Restaurant Manager - Quick Service Restaurant

Great restaurants don't just happen. They're built by leaders who care about their people, take pride in their operations, and understand that every guest experience matters.

An exciting opportunity awaits an experienced Restaurant Manager ready to take ownership of an established quick-service restaurant in Campbell River, BC. Set against the stunning backdrop of Vancouver Island's coastal lifestyle, this position offers the opportunity to lead a team, strengthen restaurant performance, and make a meaningful impact within a well-known Canadian brand. Working directly with committed owners, the Restaurant Manager will have full responsibility for the success of the location. This is an opportunity for a confident, energetic and people-focused leader who enjoys being on the floor, developing talent, building a positive workplace culture and driving results. The ideal candidate combines a strong operational foundation with the flexibility, accountability and leadership skills needed to inspire today's diverse, multigenerational workforce.

Description

• Take full ownership of daily restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, operational efficiency and consistent execution of brand standards.
• Lead, coach and develop a diverse team, creating a positive, respectful and performance-driven workplace culture.
• Build an engaged and accountable team through effective communication, recognition, training and ongoing feedback.
• Oversee scheduling, staffing, recruitment, onboarding and employee development to ensure the restaurant operates effectively.
• Drive sales, profitability and operational performance through disciplined execution, cost management and attention to detail.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, food safety and guest service.
• Ensure established operating procedures, brand expectations and compliance requirements are consistently followed.
• Take a hands-on approach to leadership, supporting the team during busy periods and stepping in to cover shifts when necessary.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, employee engagement, guest satisfaction and overall restaurant performance.
• Work collaboratively with the owners, bringing forward ideas, solutions and initiatives that support long-term success.

Requirements

• Proven restaurant management experience within a quick-service restaurant (QSR) environment.
• A strong sense of ownership and personal accountability, with the confidence to manage all aspects of restaurant operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and develop diverse, multigenerational teams.
• A hands-on, approachable leadership style that balances empathy, professionalism and clear expectations.
• Strong operational discipline with exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to consistent brand execution.
• Experience managing staffing, scheduling, labour costs, inventory and restaurant performance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt to different personalities and workplace expectations.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and the flexibility to respond to the changing demands of a busy restaurant.
• A genuine passion for hospitality, guest service and creating an environment where employees feel valued and supported.
• The willingness to lead by example and step in to support restaurant operations when needed.

Corporate Culture

• Starting base salary of approximately $57,000, depending on experience.
• Annual performance bonus of up to $10,000
• Fully employer-paid medical, dental and life insurance benefits.
• Access to scholarship opportunities for employees and eligible family members.
• Direct working relationship with supportive, hands-on owners.
• An established restaurant operation with the opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact.

If you're an experienced QSR leader who thrives on responsibility, believes great results start with great people, and is ready to take the next step in your restaurant management career, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect.

Contact Marc Roberts at 604.268.6202 x6 or submit your resume in confidence below.