Assistant Restaurant Manager
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Kelowna International Airport (YLW) | Okanagan Vintners Exchange Gastrobar
Assistant Restaurant Manager $55,000 - $65,000 annually + bonus opportunity Lead a one-of-a-kind wine and culinary experience that celebrates the Okanagan. Located in the heart of Kelowna International Airport's stunning new departures terminal, Okanagan Vintners Exchange Gastrobar showcases the very best of British Columbia wine country. Featuring wines from some of the region's most celebrated wineries, our concept offers travelers an authentic taste of place before they take flight. We're seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager who combines strong restaurant leadership with a passion for hospitality, food, wine, and creating memorable guest experiences. What You'll Do
Lead daily front-of-house and kitchen operations in a high-volume, full-service restaurant and wine bar Create an exceptional guest experience that reflects the hospitality and culinary reputation of the Okanagan Valley Coach, develop, and inspire a team of service and culinary professionals Drive food quality, food safety, beverage execution, and operational excellence Manage inventory, scheduling, labour, and financial performance Support merchandising, wine presentation, and promotional initiatives Ensure compliance with airport, company, and regulatory standards
What We're Looking For
2+ years of restaurant management experience in a full-service dining environment Experience managing bar operations and beverage programs Wine knowledge or a genuine interest in developing wine expertise strongly preferred Passion for hospitality, food, and creating outstanding guest experiences Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards Experience with inventory, labour management, budgeting, and forecasting Culinary knowledge or chef-driven restaurant experience is an asset
Why Join SSP?
Lead a unique restaurant concept inspired by the Okanagan wine region Work in Kelowna's growing international airport environment Competitive salary plus quarterly and annual bonus opportunities Comprehensive health and wellness benefits RRSP matching program Career growth opportunities with one of the world's largest travel dining operators
If you're passionate about hospitality, wine, food, and leadership, we'd love to hear from you. 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 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.
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About SSP France Belgique Luxembourg Italie
SSP est l'un des principaux exploitants de points de vente de restauration dans les lieux de transport et de voyage. Nous exploitons des restaurants, des bars, des cafés, des food-courts et des magasins de proximité dans les aéroports, les gares, les stations-services d'autoroute et autres lieux de loisirs. Nous sommes présents dans 36 pays à travers le monde et possédons un portefeuille de plus de 550 marques internationales, nationales et locales. SSP Frabel appartient au Groupe anglais SSP et exploite plus de 300 unités de restauration sur son périmètre : France, Belgique, Luxembourg et Caraïbes. Nous sommes le plus gros opérateur en aéroports en France avec une présence significative sur les terminaux de Roissy CDG, Orly, Nice, Lyon, Marseille, Nantes, Luxembourg et Charleroi en Belgique. En France, nous opérons dans de nombreuses gares de Paris Lyon, Metz, Mulhouse, Bordeaux Saint-Jean, Nantes ... SSP Frabel sert plus de 45 millions de clients par an, à travers un portefeuille de marques composé d’enseignes partenaires et de marques propres développées sur mesure. Du côté des marques partenaires, SSP a tissé des collaborations solides avec des icônes locales ou des références incontournables internationales telles que Starbucks, Pret A Manger, Brioche Dorée, Exki, Bellota Bellota, Panos, Snack Elizé. Pour ses marques propres, SSP a développé des partenariats culinaires avec des chefs étoilés emblématiques de leurs régions respectives : le Chef Michel Rostang ** au Train Bleu à Paris Gare de Lyon, le chef Bruno Oger ** au restaurant Estivale à l’Aéroport Nice Côte d’Azur, le chef Michel Roth à Terroirs de Lorraine à la Gare de Metz ou encore le chef Jimmy Bibrac à l’Aéroport Guadeloupe Pôles Caraïbes. La capacité de SSP Frabel à collaborer à la fois avec des marques incontournables, mais aussi à concevoir des concepts sur mesure sont autant de preuves de la capacité d’innovation, de l’expertise opérationnelle et du rôle d’agitateur du secteur de l'entreprise.
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Assistant Restaurant Manager
Top Benefits
About the role
Kelowna International Airport (YLW) | Okanagan Vintners Exchange Gastrobar
Assistant Restaurant Manager $55,000 - $65,000 annually + bonus opportunity Lead a one-of-a-kind wine and culinary experience that celebrates the Okanagan. Located in the heart of Kelowna International Airport's stunning new departures terminal, Okanagan Vintners Exchange Gastrobar showcases the very best of British Columbia wine country. Featuring wines from some of the region's most celebrated wineries, our concept offers travelers an authentic taste of place before they take flight. We're seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager who combines strong restaurant leadership with a passion for hospitality, food, wine, and creating memorable guest experiences. What You'll Do
Lead daily front-of-house and kitchen operations in a high-volume, full-service restaurant and wine bar Create an exceptional guest experience that reflects the hospitality and culinary reputation of the Okanagan Valley Coach, develop, and inspire a team of service and culinary professionals Drive food quality, food safety, beverage execution, and operational excellence Manage inventory, scheduling, labour, and financial performance Support merchandising, wine presentation, and promotional initiatives Ensure compliance with airport, company, and regulatory standards
What We're Looking For
2+ years of restaurant management experience in a full-service dining environment Experience managing bar operations and beverage programs Wine knowledge or a genuine interest in developing wine expertise strongly preferred Passion for hospitality, food, and creating outstanding guest experiences Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards Experience with inventory, labour management, budgeting, and forecasting Culinary knowledge or chef-driven restaurant experience is an asset
Why Join SSP?
Lead a unique restaurant concept inspired by the Okanagan wine region Work in Kelowna's growing international airport environment Competitive salary plus quarterly and annual bonus opportunities Comprehensive health and wellness benefits RRSP matching program Career growth opportunities with one of the world's largest travel dining operators
If you're passionate about hospitality, wine, food, and leadership, we'd love to hear from you. 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 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.
Not the right fit? Search for Assistant Restaurant Manager jobs in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
About SSP France Belgique Luxembourg Italie
SSP est l'un des principaux exploitants de points de vente de restauration dans les lieux de transport et de voyage. Nous exploitons des restaurants, des bars, des cafés, des food-courts et des magasins de proximité dans les aéroports, les gares, les stations-services d'autoroute et autres lieux de loisirs. Nous sommes présents dans 36 pays à travers le monde et possédons un portefeuille de plus de 550 marques internationales, nationales et locales. SSP Frabel appartient au Groupe anglais SSP et exploite plus de 300 unités de restauration sur son périmètre : France, Belgique, Luxembourg et Caraïbes. Nous sommes le plus gros opérateur en aéroports en France avec une présence significative sur les terminaux de Roissy CDG, Orly, Nice, Lyon, Marseille, Nantes, Luxembourg et Charleroi en Belgique. En France, nous opérons dans de nombreuses gares de Paris Lyon, Metz, Mulhouse, Bordeaux Saint-Jean, Nantes ... SSP Frabel sert plus de 45 millions de clients par an, à travers un portefeuille de marques composé d’enseignes partenaires et de marques propres développées sur mesure. Du côté des marques partenaires, SSP a tissé des collaborations solides avec des icônes locales ou des références incontournables internationales telles que Starbucks, Pret A Manger, Brioche Dorée, Exki, Bellota Bellota, Panos, Snack Elizé. Pour ses marques propres, SSP a développé des partenariats culinaires avec des chefs étoilés emblématiques de leurs régions respectives : le Chef Michel Rostang ** au Train Bleu à Paris Gare de Lyon, le chef Bruno Oger ** au restaurant Estivale à l’Aéroport Nice Côte d’Azur, le chef Michel Roth à Terroirs de Lorraine à la Gare de Metz ou encore le chef Jimmy Bibrac à l’Aéroport Guadeloupe Pôles Caraïbes. La capacité de SSP Frabel à collaborer à la fois avec des marques incontournables, mais aussi à concevoir des concepts sur mesure sont autant de preuves de la capacité d’innovation, de l’expertise opérationnelle et du rôle d’agitateur du secteur de l'entreprise.