Kitchen Manager

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About Us
Operating in nearly 40 countries across the world, our purpose is to be the best part of the journey. Whether our customers are flying abroad on holiday, heading off on a business trip or commuting to work by train, we aim to offer them food and drink experiences that meet their many different tastes and needs.

What You’ll Get from Us
Our Commitment to learning and development is our commitment to unlocking our people’s success. We strive to provide a wide range of resources that boost our people’s skills today, and help them fulfil their potential tomorrow. No matter where you join us, you’ll have all the tools you need to take charge of your development. Surrounded by like-minded colleagues and guided by industry experts, it’s your career, your way at SSP.

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) | Lift Bar

$55,346 / year + quarterly & year-end bonus
Comprehensive benefits package

We’re looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager who thrives in high-volume environments, leads from the floor, and partners closely with both the Restaurant General Manager and Kitchen Manager to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

This role is ideal for a hospitality leader ready to grow - someone who takes pride in service standards, team development, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

Support the day-to-day leadership of a full-service restaurant with bar
Lead Front of House and service execution, ensuring strong floor presence and guest engagement
Partner with the Kitchen Manager to maintain food quality, timing, and service flow
Coach, develop, and motivate hourly team members and supervisors
Uphold food safety, alcohol service, and operational compliance standards
Assist with scheduling, labor management, inventory, and administrative tasks
Monitor systems, ticket flow, and operational priorities during service
Step in to solve problems quickly while keeping the guest experience front and center

What We’re Looking For

Minimum 2 years of restaurant management or supervisory experience in a full-service environment
Full-service dining with bar experience required
Strong floor leadership and the ability to lead teams in fast-paced, high-volume settings
Passion for hospitality, food quality, and service excellence
Comfortable working with POS systems, Microsoft Office, and operational tools
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing demands
Ability to obtain Transport Canada security clearance (5-year background check)
High School Diploma required; post-secondary education preferred

Why SSP Canada

High-energy, high-visibility location at YVR
Clear partnership with an experienced RGM
Career progression opportunities with a global food & beverage leader
Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, PTO, RRSP (w/ company match), EAP, and bonus eligibility

Ready to Grow Your Career?
If you’re passionate about hospitality, energized by busy services, and ready to grow as a leader in a standout restaurant concept - we’d love to meet you.

Additional Statements

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:

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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