Assistant Restaurant Manager

Join Our Team as an Assistant Restaurant Manager in a dynamic airport restaurant environment!


Competitive Salary
Quarterly Bonus Potential
End of fiscal year Super Bonus potential
RRSP Matching
Free Employee Parking

Are you an experienced foodservice professional with a passion for high-volume, a stickler for food safety, and a knack for leadership?


We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Restaurant Manager for Tim Horton's in the Kelowna International Airport (KLW). If you thrive in a fast-paced food environment and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!


What You’ll Do:

Oversee Front and Back of House Operations: Supervise, manage, and evaluate Team Member performance, providing feedback and ensuring task completion.
Ensure Food Quality and Safety: Maintain recipe adherence, portion control, and compliance with brand and food safety standards.
Control Costs: Manage food and labor expenses to maximize profitability.
Lead and Develop the Team: Recruit, train, and guide a team of dedicated Food Travel Experts. Set goals and foster a positive, efficient work environment.
Maintain Systems and Standards: Ensure compliance with company policies, state health, and sanitation regulations.
Merchandising: Manage inventory, display standards, and signage.
Office Management: Oversee funds management, inventory, purchasing, scheduling, and payroll.
Forecasting and Budgeting: Assist in sales performance monitoring and budget analysis.
Problem Solving: Address and escalate routine issues as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of restaurant management experience required.
Skills: Restaurant management required, proficiency in MS Office and POS systems, and strong organizational abilities.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills, ability to work with executives and diverse teams, and a proven track record in conflict resolution.
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree or relevant coursework preferred.

Why Join Us?

Exciting Work Environment: Be part of a high-energy, fast-paced airport setting.
Career Growth: SSP America is one of the world’s largest restaurant operators, offering ample opportunities for advancement.
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, RRSP matching, and Employee Assistance Program.

Ready to Apply?


If you're ready to lead in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and make your mark, we want to hear from you!


SSP Canada is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities, 2005 in our recruitment and employment practices. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, including the interview and assessment stage, due to a disability, please inform us of your need and the nature of the accommodation(s) that may be required. Read more