Restaurant Manager

A&W is a renowned fast food restaurant chain known for its commitment to delivering great-tasting, quality food while also fostering a positive impact on the community and environment. Established as a leader in the Canadian fast food landscape, A&W prides itself on its innovative approach to food sourcing, sustainability, and community support. Known for its root beer made with natural cane sugar and the pioneering introduction of the plant-based Beyond Meat Burger, A&W represents a brand that values doing the right thing for its food, people, community, and environment. Joining A&W means becoming part of a company dedicated to progress, sustainability, and providing excellent food with care from farm to table.

Working with A&W is more than just sharing a love for great burgers; it is about being on the front lines of changing the fast food landscape. A&W works actively to eliminate plastic straws, use compostable packaging, and fundraise for causes such as supporting Canadians living with Multiple Sclerosis. Employees enjoy a working environment built on respect, listening, recognition, and celebration of efforts and results. A&W values flexibility, allowing employees to work as much or as little as they need, and offers competitive wages alongside opportunities to develop valuable skills in communication, customer service, teamwork, and working under pressure.

The role of Restaurant Manager/Assistant Manager at A&W is essential in driving the operational and cultural success of each restaurant location. This leadership position involves managing diverse teams, often composed of local community members, to maintain and achieve restaurant targets and standards. The manager plays a key role in controlling labor and food costs, coaching staff to exemplify excellent customer service aligned with the A&W brand, and ensuring strict compliance with food safety regulations. With a hands-on leadership style, the manager spends significant time on the floor, supporting and engaging with employees to enhance performance and morale.

This fast-paced role requires strong business acumen, multitasking abilities, and leadership skills to manage hiring, retention, and employee termination processes effectively. Inventory management and day-to-day operational duties are integral parts of the job. The Restaurant Manager/Assistant Manager must be capable of working alongside team members as partners, fostering a diverse and cohesive work environment where everyone contributes to outstanding service and operational excellence.

Candidates for this position should be prepared for the physical and mental demands of the job, including standing for extended periods, lifting inventory boxes, repetitive tasks such as food preparation and cleaning, and attentiveness to safety and hygiene standards. The workplace environment can be noisy and involves interaction with hot products, sharp objects, and cleaning chemicals. The ability to stay calm and effective in stressful situations is crucial.

A&W’s unique company culture emphasizes fun leadership, respect, and community involvement, making it not just a workplace but a place to excel and grow your career in the fast food industry. If you love A&W and leading a diverse team with enthusiasm and dedication, this position offers a fulfilling and dynamic path forward.