Balkan Restaurant Banff General Manager

Banff Hospitality Collective
 
Banff, AB
Full-time
Banff Hospitality Collective
Banff, AB
Job details

Job type
Full-time

Location
Banff, AB

Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Designated paid holidays
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Flexible schedule
Paid vacation
RRSP match

Full job description
We're looking for a General Manager to join us Balkan! Fresh Greek in the heart of Banff. Established in 1984. Our Yia Yia (Grandma) lived to be 103 years old for a reason — Greece's fresh and healthy diet. Our family recipes honor the traditions of the Mediterranean, including a wide range of lighter vegetarian options and mindful halal meats. Don't miss Greek nights! Banff's famous FREE live dinner shows featuring belly dancing, plate smashing, and Greek dancing! OPA! Want to know more? Check us out here: https://www.banffbalkan.ca/

General Manager

The General Manager (GM) is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day business operations of the venue. Through the exercise of discretion and independent judgment, the GM has overall supervisory and managerial responsibility for the daily operations of a single venue ensuring desired outcomes (i.e., increased sales, profitability, and employee retention). The GM mobilizes the venue management team to oversee the financial controls, operations, people development, guest experience and compliance within the venue.

We Love Perks! This Position Includes:

Great salaries, achievable bonus programs + tips
$200 Welcome Gift Card to use at any BHC Venue
50% off food, bottles of wine & sake for yourself + a guest at all BHC venues
Learning & Development allowance
Cell phone allowance
Extended health benefits with premiums completely paid for by BHC after 3 months
RRSP matching program after 3 months
Short Term & Long Term Disability coverage after 3 months
3 weeks paid vacation + statutory holidays
Paid community volunteer time
Subsidized manager housing may be available
What You’ll Do:

If it’s happening in the restaurant, you are a part of it! Planning, executing, elevating - you do it all
You like systems and processes, so you’ll focus on getting those right for your team
You do what it takes to increase sales and minimize costs without compromising quality
Manage all areas of the restaurant and makes final decisions on matters of importance
Effectively communicate and interact with all departments across the venue including BOH management team, as well as BHC Head Office
Like us, you’re proud to be a part of BHC and so you have a strong commitment to BHC brand and team culture
While you’re very focused on ensuring outstanding guest service, responding to complaints, taking appropriate action, and generating return guests – you also recognize the importance of employee experience and building a strong team culture
What You Have:

You’re a real people person - It's not just about customer service for you, it's about hospitality
You don't shy away from working with various types of technology and systems
Flexible schedule required
Proven success in a General Manager role is an asset
Banff Hospitality Collective is: Balkan Restaurant | Chuck's Steakhouse | High Rollers | Magpie & Stump | Park Distillery Restaurant & Bar | The Bear Street Tavern | The Bison Restaurant + Terrace | The Eddie Burger Bar | The Maple Leaf Grill and Lounge | Three Bears Brewery & Restaurant | Hello Sunshine | Lupo Italian | Bluebird Restaurant | Are you ready to join us at Banff’s most iconic and popular downtown restaurants?

BHC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you are invited to participate in the hiring process and require an accommodation request, please let us know in advance by responding to the invite email.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

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