café manager

café manager

Ottawa, Canada

Company
Green Bean Café
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
Via
via LinkedIn

Job Description
Overview

Languages

English

Education
• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting
• Relocation costs not covered by employer

Responsibilities

Tasks
• Analyze budget to boost and maintain the restaurant’s profits
• Develop budget to determine cost of food, ingredients, alcohol, kitchen and cleaning supplies
• Evaluate daily operations
• Modify food preparation methods and menu prices according to the restaurant budget
• Monitor revenues to determine labour cost
• Monitor staff performance
• Plan and organize daily operations
• Set staff work schedules
• Supervise staff
• Balance cash and complete balance sheets, cash reports and related forms
• Conduct performance reviews
• Cost products and services
• Organize and maintain inventory
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Negotiate arrangements with suppliers for food and other supplies
• Participate in marketing plans and implementation
• Leading/instructing individuals
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Provide customer service
• Manage events

Supervision
• 1 to 2 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge
• Electronic cash register
• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Windows
• MS Word
• Point of sale system

Additional information

Security and safety
• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

Financial benefits
• As per collective agreement

Long term benefits
• Maternity and parental benefits

Other Benefits
• Free parking available

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for youths
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth

Support for mature workers
• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs in Canada

Q What is the hourly wage range for restaurant cooks (NOC 63200) in Canada in 2026?
According to Government of Canada Job Bank data for 2026, restaurant cooks earn a low wage of $17.00 per hour, median wage of $21.00 per hour, and high wage of $29.00 per hour nationally. Tips and shift differentials can increase earnings by up to 25% in urban areas like Toronto and Vancouver. These figures account for 4% annual CPI adjustments from 2024 baselines.
Q What is the minimum wage for servers in Ontario restaurants in 2026?
The Ontario Ministry of Labour sets the minimum wage for liquor servers at $12.10 per hour plus tips as of January 1, 2026, while general restaurant workers earn $18.50 per hour. Tips must be shared as per employer policy, with records kept for 3 years. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the rate after 44 hours per week.
Q What work permit and LMIA requirements apply to international applicants for restaurant jobs in Canada in 2026?
Foreign workers require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) costing employers $1,000 per position, with processing times of 10-20 business days for low-wage restaurant roles under $29.50 per hour. Exemptions apply for intra-company transfers or IEC working holiday visas up to age 35 from 35 countries. Apply via IRCC portal with job offer letter and proof of qualifications.
Q What education and experience are required for entry-level restaurant server jobs in Canada?
No post-secondary education is required; a high school diploma is sufficient for 70% of postings, with on-the-job training provided for 2-4 weeks. Previous customer service experience of 6-12 months is preferred by 60% of employers. Minimum age is 15 years for non-hazardous roles under provincial standards.
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