Job Location: 225 Augusta Ave., Toronto, ON M5T 2L4
Position: Restaurant Manager
Work Hours: 40 full-time, permanent
Summary
Ready to spice things up? We’re on the hunt for our next cook. As cook, you’ll help to
showcase what true authentic Mexican cuisine is all about. If you’ve got a passion for food and are looking for a company that can offer room for growth, we’d love to hear from you.
Profile
You can handle the heat, working well under pressure you can ensure a smooth lunch and
dinner service. You consider yourself to be:
● A Team player—no job is too small or big, you jump in when needed.
● Strong Communicator—you ask thoughtful questions and clarify when needed. You
leave no questions unanswered so the team knows what needs to get done.
● Quality Obsessed—you follow the playbook, watching your portions and sticking to
the recipe. You know consistency is what we need to build a loyal customer base.
● Efficient—you can prioritize what needs to be done and tackle it with efficiency.
About Gus Tacos
At Gus Tacos we’re not just any taco joint. Focusing on high-quality, handpicked ingredients
our wallet friendly menu showcases what authentic Mexican cuisine is truly about. As a family-owned chain, we treat each team member like a valued compadre, creating a fun
and supportive work environment. With room for growth, Gus Tacos provides numerous
opportunities for career advancement.
Responsibilities:
As a Restaurant Manager you are responsible for:
- Provide effective leadership and supervision to the restaurant staff including FOH and BOH.
- Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery. This includes managing reservations, seating arrangements, and guest flow.
- Uphold high standards of customer service and hospitality, ensuring that guests receive a memorable dining experience. Address any guest concerns or complaints promptly and professionally.
- Train, mentor, and motivate staff to deliver exceptional service and uphold the restaurant's standards of quality and professionalism. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback for improvement.
- Monitor inventory levels of food, beverages, and supplies, and coordinate with vendors to ensure timely replenishment. Implement cost-control measures to optimize profitability.
- Negotiate arrangements with suppliers for food and other supplies.
- Assist in budget planning and forecasting. Monitor expenses, labor costs, and revenue to achieve financial targets and maximize profitability.
- Address customers' complaints or concerns
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards, as well as local regulations. Conduct regular inspections and training sessions to promote a safe and hygienic work environment.
- Collaborate with the culinary team to develop and update menu offerings based on market trends and customer feedback. Implement marketing initiatives to attract new customers and retain existing ones.
- Plan and coordinate special events, promotions, and catering services. Work closely with event planners, vendors, and staff to ensure successful execution.
- Complete administrative tasks such as scheduling, payroll processing, and reporting. Maintain accurate records of sales, expenses, and inventory levels.
Cuisine Specialties
●Mexican
Requirements
● Food Safety Certificate.
●1 -2 years experience in a food service environment, demonstrating knowledge and
understanding of food safety standards and requirements.
●Business knowledge (P&L management, food safety, sales-forecasting, staffing you get the idea)
●Ability to oversee the preparation of safe, delicious food while maintaining a clean, organized restaurant
●Passion for leadership and team development
●The ability to deliver a great guest experience
●Previous restaurant experience
●Ability to jump in and assist where needed
Work Conditions & Physical Job Requirements
●Capable of standing for long periods of time.
● Fast-paced environment.
● Flexible hours.
● Work under pressure.
● Work under pressure.
Personal suitability
●Client focus
●Dependability
●Excellent oral communication
●Flexibility
●Initiative
●Judgement
●Organized
●Reliability
●Team player
Work Language
English, Spanish an asset
Compensation
$22 – 27 per hour (to be negotiated), Permanent, Full-time
How to Apply
If you possess a passion for Mexican cuisine and hospitality, along with the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to join our dynamic team and contribute to our continued success. Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity!
If interested, please send your resume and covering letter to jobs@tacosgus.ca