Restaurant Manager - The Wickaninnish Inn

We are a family-owned Relais & Châteaux property located on the stunning West Coast of Vancouver Island and have been creating world-renowned guest experiences since we opened in 1996.

While situated in one of the most beautiful places in the world, the success of the Wickaninnish Inn is based on our visionary leadership, the spirit of our people, and the unwavering passion of our teams. Together we deliver the highest service standards in an engaging and supportive work environment. 

Discover why working at the Wickaninnish Inn will transform your career and give you an opportunity to explore the Pacific Northwest. Wickaninnish Inn Careers

Join our Restaurant Team as a Restaurant Manager, where you have the opportunity to learn and grow in a Relais & Chateaux property also recognized as a Forbes, AAA 4-Diamond Resort and T&L World’s Best Hotel. The Restaurant Manager’s scope of responsibility includes The Pointe Restaurant, On the Rocks Bar, Driftwood Café, Room Service, seasonal venues, the shared spaces of the Shoreline Terrace and Howard’s Wine Cellar and all things service related to our food and beverage program. This role is a Senior Manager level position reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage and is a member of the Senior Management Team and overall Leadership Team of the Wickaninnish Inn. The Restaurant Manager plays an integral role in the overall management of the Wickaninnish Inn.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture of belonging where every individual is appreciated and valued for who they are. We are passionate about providing a supportive environment for our team, delivering excellence to our guests while achieving the highest sustainability practices, and creating a lasting legacy for our families and communities.

The rustic elegance and breathtaking views of our food & beverage venues complement our commitment to Canadian cuisine under the leadership of our Executive Chef and our award-winning wine and spirits program at the Wickaninnish Inn. This valued position requires a passionate hospitality professional with experience in the nuances and art of service and who strives to build a professionally dedicated team offering an educated and approachable fine dining experience to our guests here on the West Coast.

As a Restaurant Manager you will:

• Ensure efficient and personalized guest service meeting and exceeding Relais & Chateaux, AAA 4 & 5 Diamond and Forbes Standards.
• Be responsible for leading the service team on the floor and administration of recruitment, scheduling/payroll, and financial reporting.

Our ideal candidate will embody the West Coast culture, while still being committed to the art of hospitality and pursuit of excellence. They will have:

• Several years of previous full scope management experience in a high-end standard driven establishment is required, hotel or resort F&B experience an asset.
• Passion and experience with wine and spirits is required, Sommelier certification an asset.
• A proven leadership record, showcasing skilled communication and the ability to multitask effortlessly in public view
• The ability to meet a commitment of 3 years and begins as soon as possible.
• A valid Food Safe and Serving It Right licensee certifications.

Salary/Wage: $66,000 to $71,000 annually.

A good relationship is built upon mutual and reciprocal appreciation. We value the time and experience you bring to your work; here are some of the benefits and privileges you’ll have access to alongside your experience at the Inn: Employment Benefits 

By submitting an application, you are attesting that the information given is accurate. As we receive a high volume of e-mails, we are only able to respond directly to you if your resume and interests align with our currently available positions.