Restaurant Manager, Notch8 (Full-Time Seasonal)
At Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Notch8 is more than a restaurant, it is a stage for timeless experiences, where contemporary elegance meets the glamour of a bygone era. Rooted in the spirit of grand rail travel and reimagined through a modern lens, Notch8 invites guests into a vibrant, story-driven dining experience where every detail is intentional.
We are seeking a Restaurant Manager for a full-time seasonal role (May 1 - September 30, 2026) to lead daily operations during our peak season. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, inspires high-performing teams, and delivers consistently elevated guest experiences reflective of our legacy as a place where important happens.
What Is in It for You
- Step into a dynamic seasonal leadership role at Notch8, guiding operations and creating exceptional guest experiences for our May–September 2026 season.
- An inclusive, empowering company culture where people are at the heart of everything we do
- The opportunity to work alongside passionate hospitality professionals committed to making the world a more welcoming place
- Competitive seasonal salary starting at $68,000 (annualized), prorated for the contract duration
- Complimentary meals during your shift through our Colleague Dining Program
- Complimentary dry-cleaning of business attire
- Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program, with 50% off at our dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler
- Travel reimbursement program for a TransLink monthly pass
- Access to select benefits for those eligible during the contract period (some benefits may be prorated)
- The opportunity to work in a luxury hotel environment within a Vancouver heritage building, dating back to 1939
- Learning programs designed to sharpen your skills
- Opportunities to contribute through Corporate Social Responsibility activities
What You Will Be Doing
- Lead the day-to-day operations of Notch8 during peak season, ensuring a refined, seamless, and consistently exceptional dining experience
- Set the tone for service excellence through visible, hands-on leadership, anticipating guest needs and resolving concerns with professionalism and care
- Inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing team through ongoing feedback, recognition, and structured performance management
- Partner closely with Culinary and Stewarding teams to ensure alignment in execution, quality, and presentation
- Drive operational excellence by implementing and refining standards, procedures, and service rituals that elevate the guest experience
- Support financial performance through effective cost control, labour management, and contribution to seasonal forecasting
- Ensure optimal staffing and scheduling aligned with peak business volumes, productivity targets, and labour agreements
- Collaborate with Event Operations and Sales teams to deliver exceptional private dining and special event experiences within Notch8
- Champion a positive and inclusive team culture, proactively managing colleague engagement, communication, and development
- Contribute to the evolution of the Notch8 experience through creative programming, promotions, and guest-driven enhancements
- Uphold and champion all health, safety, and sanitation standards