Bar Manager

Bar Manager


Company
Compass Group Canada
Location
Mississauga, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Compass Group Canada Careers

Job Description
The salary range for this position is $67,000 to $70,000. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may be entitled to other elements of total compensation, which may include group benefits, employer RRSP contributions, and discretionary bonus or incentive programs, where applicable to the role. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards program will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence–based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process.

This is a posting for an existing job vacancy.

Now, if you were to come on board as one of our Restaurant/Bar Manager, we’d ask you to do the following for us:
• Lead a team of Supervisors and Associates; motivate, coach and develop direct reports and front-line staff while considering changing priorities. Focus on service standards and daily SOP execution and guest experience
• Ensure all agreed service specifications are followed and maintained by all associates to enhance the guest experience
• Manage all aspects of the operations including budgeting, financial management, and weekly analysis, in addition to maintaining both client and Compass standards to ensure a safe environment for all Guests and Associates
• Drive revenues and minimize expenses to achieve optimal profits
• Ensure quality control procedures are monitored and maintained and established operating practices are strictly followed
• Ensure customer satisfaction; resolve requests, complaints, and concerns
• Monitor units’ compliance with Quality Assurance and Health & Safety policies, and initiate corrective action as required

Think you have what it takes to be our Restaurant/Bar Manager? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Hospitality and/or Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management; advanced FST, Servsafe or equivalent food safety certification preferred
• Experience in a full service restaurant or like operation
• Sommelier certification (perusing or achieved) from WSET or ISG
• Solid experience in fiscal management of multi-million dollar budgets, contracts and project costs
• Awareness of innovative trends in retail food services
• Excellent client relationship and verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and demonstrate working knowledge of food service POS/IT systems
• Available to work week days, evenings and weekends
• Sommelier certification is preferred

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for restaurant servers in Ontario as of 2026?
As per the Employment and Social Development Canada, the minimum wage for restaurant servers in Ontario is CAD 17.20 per hour effective January 1 2026 and tips cannot be used to meet this rate. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate applies after 44 hours in a work week.
Q What work permit is required for international applicants seeking restaurant jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, international applicants need a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with a Labour Market Impact Assessment approved before starting restaurant employment. The permit must specify the employer and occupation and is valid for up to two years initially.
Q What experience and education are required to qualify for line cook positions in Canadian restaurants?
As per the Employment and Social Development Canada, line cook applicants need a high school diploma plus at least one year of paid kitchen experience or completion of a 12-month culinary certificate program. No formal certification is mandatory but Red Seal endorsement increases hiring priority.
Q Which documents are needed to apply for a restaurant job through the Government of Canada Job Bank in 2026?
As per the Employment and Social Development Canada, applicants must upload a resume, proof of SIN, and a valid work permit or Canadian citizenship document when applying via the Job Bank portal. A food handler certificate issued within the last three years is also required for most positions.
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