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Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Mississauga, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 16, 2026
  • 1 position

$55,400–$59,400 / year

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education
High school
Apply by
Nov 12, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Manage front-of-house and kitchen activities in a high-volume airport restaurant, with a focus on food cost control, food safety, and guest service standards. Lead and develop the team while overseeing systems and processes, merchandising, office administration, forecasting, budgeting, and problem solving.

Job details

Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) | Rock Squeeze Join Our Team as an Assistant Restaurant Manager in a dynamic airport restaurant environment! $55,400 - $59,400 / year Opportunity for bonus Comprehensive Benefits Package Career Progression Opportunities Full-Service Restaurant w/ Bar Management Experience Required Are you an experienced food service 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. 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 Manage All Front of House and Kitchen Activities Focus on the Food Cost Control Lead and Develop Team Implement and maintain guest service standards and brand specifications Systems and Processes Merchandising and Displays Office Management Forecasting and Budgeting Problem Solving What We’re Looking For Minimum 2 years in restaurant/food service in a management/supervisory capacity. Full-Service restaurant management experience required. Culinary background is desirable. Proficient level of computer literacy, including MS Office and Point-of-Sale (POS) systems. Effective organizational maturity to prioritize daily, weekly, monthly and yearly activities. Ability to interact at all levels, including with executives, union representatives, and diverse hourly team members. Proven track record of resolving uncomfortable situations with clients, customers, peers and direct reports. High School Diploma or equivalent, associate’s degree or equivalent coursework preferred. Why Join Us? Dynamic Environment: Work in the fast-paced and exciting setting of a major airport. Growth Opportunities: Develop your career in a supportive and challenging environment working for one of the largest restaurant operators in the world! Competitive Compensation + bonus and Health, Dental, Vision and Life Plans, Paid Time Off, RRSP Matching, and Employee Assistance Program. Ready to Apply? If you're ready to bring your expertise to our team and help us deliver exceptional service and quality in a high-volume airport setting, apply now! Additional Statements Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at SSP. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to engaging all of our people, so they feel valued and motivated; we champion diversity, promote inclusion, and ensure equality. We respect and protect human rights and prevent discrimination; and we positively impact our communities. We encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual identity and orientation. 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. Required This position is located in a secure airport environment and a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) is required. All candidates must be legally authorised to work in Canada and must be able to provide the necessary government-issued documentation required for airport security clearance. Documentation will be reviewed during the onboarding process in accordance with Transport Canada regulations. Further information can be found at: https://tc.canada.ca/en/programs/non-funding-programs/transportation-security-clearance-program/apply-transportation-security-clearance

What you’ll do

Manage front-of-house and kitchen activities in a high-volume airport restaurant, with a focus on food cost control, food safety, and guest service standards. Lead and develop the team while overseeing systems and processes, merchandising, office administration, forecasting, budgeting, and problem solving.

Requirements

Requires at least two years of restaurant or food service management or supervisory experience, including full-service restaurant management; a culinary background is desirable. Candidates should have computer literacy with Microsoft Office and POS systems, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, experience resolving difficult situations, and a high school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree or equivalent coursework is preferred.

Benefits

  • Bonus
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • RRSP Matching
  • Employee Assistance Program

Listed skills

  • Team Leadership · Preferred
  • Food safety · Preferred
  • Forecasting · Preferred
  • Budgeting · Preferred
  • Problem solving · Preferred
  • Microsoft Office · Preferred
  • Point-of-sale systems · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Restaurant Management
  • Food Service Management
  • Front-of-House Operations
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Food Cost Control
  • Team Leadership
  • Team Development
  • Guest Service
  • Food Safety
  • Merchandising
  • Office Management
  • Forecasting
  • Budgeting
  • Problem Solving
  • Microsoft Office
  • Point-of-Sale Systems

Job areas

  • Hospitality
  • Food & Beverage
  • Management & Leadership
  • Customer Service & Support
  • Transportation

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