Restaurant Manager

Restaurant Manager Full-time | On-site | Greater Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo Area About the Position We are looking for an experienced, dependable and hands-on Restaurant Manager to lead the daily operations of one of our Tim Hortons restaurants. The successful candidate will be comfortable leading in a fast-paced environment, developing and holding a team accountable, and taking ownership of the restaurant’s overall performance. This is an active leadership position that requires a strong presence on the restaurant floor and a willingness to support the team wherever needed. Key Responsibilities * Lead the restaurant’s day-to-day operations and ensure each shift runs smoothly and efficiently * Recruit, onboard, train and develop Team Members and supervisors * Build effective schedules and manage labour costs * Coach the team to provide excellent guest service and resolve guest concerns professionally * Maintain Tim Hortons standards for food quality, speed of service, cleanliness and hospitality * Monitor inventory, ordering, waste, and food and paper costs * Ensure cash-handling and financial-control procedures are followed * Execute new product launches, promotions and operational initiatives * Track key performance results and develop action plans where improvement is needed * Ensure compliance with food-safety, workplace-safety and employment requirements * Communicate regularly with the Restaurant Owner and operations leadership Qualifications * At least two years of restaurant, retail or hospitality management experience * Previous Tim Hortons experience is preferred * Proven ability to lead, coach and hold a team accountable * Strong understanding of guest service and fast-paced restaurant operations * Experience with scheduling, labour management, inventory and cost control * Excellent communication, organization and problem-solving skills * Dependable, detail-oriented and comfortable making decisions * Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays * High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in hospitality, business or a related field is an asset What We Offer * Competitive compensation * Performance-based bonuses * Fully paid benefits * Comprehensive training and ongoing support * Opportunities for professional growth as our organization expands If you are an experienced restaurant leader who takes pride in developing people, serving guests and delivering strong operational results, we would like to hear from you. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Lead daily restaurant operations to ensure efficiency, food quality, and excellent guest service. Manage the team through recruitment, training, and accountability while monitoring financial controls and inventory.

Requires at least two years of management experience in restaurant, retail, or hospitality settings. A high school diploma is required, with a preference for candidates with Tim Hortons experience or post-secondary education in business or hospitality.

• Competitive Compensation • Performance-based Bonuses • Fully Paid Benefits • Comprehensive Training • Ongoing Support • Professional Growth Opportunities

• Problem solvingPreferred
• Cost ControlPreferred
• Cash handlingPreferred
• Occupational safetyPreferred
• Team LeadershipPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred
• schedulingPreferred
• OnboardingPreferred

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• Restaurant Management
• Team Leadership
• Staff Recruitment
• Onboarding
• Training and Development
• Labor Cost Management
• Scheduling
• Guest Service
• Inventory Management
• Cost Control
• Cash Handling
• Food Safety Compliance
• Workplace Safety
• Problem Solving
• Operational Planning
• Performance Tracking

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

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 26, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available