Company Description
Canteen, nestled in the heart of Toronto’s Entertainment District inside the TIFF Bell Lightbox, is a vibrant, chef-driven market café offering delicious fare in a relaxed yet dynamic setting.
Our menu is a celebration of fresh, simple, and thoughtfully prepared comfort food- from house-made sandwiches and breakfast butties to baked pizzas, crisp salads, and hearty mains- all served with cheerful, fast-paced hospitality. Whether it’s weekend brunch, quick and flavorful prix fixe lunches, or cozy dinner service, Canteen delivers consistently delightful experiences to our guests all day long!
What’s in it for you?
Competitive salary
Paid vacation, sick, and personal days
Gratuity sharing
Health, Dental and Visions benefits with Enhanced Mental Health Coverage
Discounted gym membership and Employee Assistance Program
Group Life & Disability Insurance
Management Uniform/ Clothing Reimbursement
Monthly dining allowance for all O&B
50% Dining Discount for all O&B
Employee Referral Incentives
RRSP Matching
Tuition Reimbursement
O&B is one of Canada’s largest hospitality companies with many internal career opportunities. We have restaurants, food halls, and catering teams in Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec.
Job Description
We are seeking an Assistant Manager who is passionate about hospitality, thrives in a professional, high-standard environment, and is eager to grow within one of Canada’s most respected restaurant groups.
This role is ideal for a hospitality leader who values precision, mentorship, and the opportunity to be part of something exceptional. As Assistant Manager, you’ll not only oversee dinner service, you’ll also contribute to a skilled and dedicated team. You’ll be supported with ongoing learning and development opportunities and empowered to move forward in your hospitality career.
The Day to Day:
Actively lead daily restaurant operations with a strong floor presence during service
Inspire and motivate your team by clearly communicating the restaurant’s vision and upholding Oliver & Bonacini’s values
Monitor and uphold all points of service and attention to detail in both guest experience and back-of-house operations
Support and develop staff through training, coaching, and performance management initiatives
Cultivate a warm, professional, guest-first culture
Build strong relationships with guests, team members, vendors, and senior leadership
Contributes to scheduling, payroll accuracy, budgeting, inventory, and invoicing
Ensure the venue is spotless, well-maintained, and operating at the highest standard
Support marketing efforts and contribute to guest outreach and promotional strategies
Actively participate in health & safety initiatives, ensuring full compliance with WHMIS and company policies
Contribute to the planning and execution of private events and special functions
Other duties as required
Qualifications
Minimum of 1 years of direct restaurant management experience in a high-volume environment
Valid Smart Serve Certification
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a confident, professional presence
Highly organized with the strong ability to lead a team in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a calm, solutions-oriented approach
Strong business sense combined with some experience in restaurant operations, cost control, and guest service excellence
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
Additional Information
We thank all applicants for their interest in Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process.
Oliver & Bonacini's Diversity Commitment
At Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality, we are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect. We strive to be fair and just, and create working environments where our employees can be at their best.
