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Our client is a highly regarded, independently owned bistro-style restaurant located in the Fraser Valley. Known for its refined yet approachable cuisine, creative beverage program, and genuine connection to the local community, this 110-seat restaurant has built a strong reputation as a destination for quality, consistency, and warm hospitality. Blending modern culinary craftsmanship with a welcoming neighbourhood feel, the business is entering its next phase of growth and evolution. To support this momentum, they are seeking an experienced and people-focused Restaurant General Manager to lead the operation day-to-day and help shape what comes next. This is a hands-on leadership role for a hospitality professional who thrives in owner-operated environments and values both operational excellence and guest experience. The General Manager will be responsible for the overall performance of the restaurant, leading the team, maintaining high service standards, and ensuring the culture remains rooted in hospitality, care, and community connection. Base salary $70,000 to $75,000 plus substantial incentives.DescriptionLead all aspects of restaurant operations with a hands-on, people-first approachMaintain strong financial oversight, including labour planning, cost controls, and seasonal forecastingEnsure operational readiness for high-volume periods while using slower months to strengthen systems, training, and processesRecruit, train, and develop a service-driven management and hourly teamActively identify opportunities to improve guest experience, efficiency, and consistencyCollaborate closely with ownership and culinary leadership on strategy, standards, and executionFoster a positive, accountable culture grounded in professionalism and genuine hospitalityRequirementsHas proven experience as a Restaurant General Manager or senior hospitality leader in a full-service, quality-driven environmentBrings strong leadership skills with a calm, confident, and people-first approachUnderstands both the operational and emotional sides of hospitalityIs financially literate, with experience managing labour, costs, and performance metricsThrives in independent restaurants where autonomy, trust, and collaboration are keyHas a genuine passion for food, beverage, service, and communityCorporate CultureThis is an opportunity to lead a respected, well-established restaurant with a loyal following and strong local identity. The role offers meaningful influence, close collaboration with ownership, and the chance to help guide a beloved concept into its next chapter of growth.Contact Carmen MacKeage at 403.670.9101 x5 or submit your resume in confidence below.