General Manager - Vino Volo Restaurants | Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Paradies Lagardere

$78K — $88K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of restaurant management experience in high-volume settings.
  • Proven leadership skills in developing and managing teams.
  • Strong financial acumen and understanding of restaurant profitability.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • Flexible to work schedules during peak hours and holidays.

Responsibilities

  • Lead recruitment and development of a diverse hospitality team.
  • Foster a culture emphasizing accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure guests receive personalized and attentive service.
  • Drive business performance through financial analysis and strategy execution.
  • Oversee operational compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Manage daily operations, including inventory and scheduling.
  • Enhance guest experiences through wine knowledge and product storytelling.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Paid vacation time for work-life balance.
  • Eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
  • Access to career development opportunities.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

As the General Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and success of our full-service restaurant operation at YVR. You will lead a high-performing team, drive financial results, ensure operational excellence, and create a culture where both guests and team members thrive.

This role is ideal for a passionate hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing people, and takes ownership of delivering exceptional business results.

What You'll Do

Lead and Inspire

  • Recruit, develop, and retain a diverse team of hospitality professionals.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, recognition, and continuous improvement.
  • Coach managers and team members to achieve exceptional service standards and operational excellence.


Deliver Outstanding Guest Experiences

  • Ensure every guest receives warm, attentive, and personalized service.
  • Build a culture centered on hospitality, quality, and creating memorable dining experiences.
  • Resolve guest concerns with professionalism and urgency.


Drive Business Performance

  • Manage sales, profitability, labor costs, and controllable expenses.
  • Analyze financial performance and identify opportunities to increase revenue and improve efficiency.
  • Execute strategies that support operational growth while maintaining the highest standards of service.


Oversee Operational Excellence

  • Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety standards, airport regulations, and health requirements.
  • Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, organization, and execution throughout the operation.
  • Manage inventory, purchasing, scheduling, and daily restaurant operations.


Champion the Vino Volo Brand

  • Promote wine education and enhance the guest experience through product knowledge and storytelling.
  • Build excitement around our food, beverage, and wine offerings.
  • Continuously seek opportunities to elevate the dining experience and strengthen the brand's presence within YVR.


What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of restaurant management experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
  • Proven experience leading high-volume, full-service restaurant operations.
  • Demonstrated success in people leadership, coaching, and team development.
  • Strong understanding of financial management, labor planning, and restaurant profitability.
  • Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and peak travel periods.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Multi-unit or airport hospitality experience.
  • Wine, beer, or beverage knowledge and a passion for food and hospitality.
  • Post-secondary education in Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field.


Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $78,000 - $88,000 annually

Location: YVR airport

This position is also eligible to participate in the company's annual performance bonus program and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, and career development opportunities.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and business needs.

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