Assistant Food & Beverage Manager in Banff

At Pursuit, we offer more than just a place to visit; we create opportunities for our guests to truly connect with iconic destinations. Our experiences include world-class attractions and distinctive lodges, all designed to highlight the unique beauty of each location. Beyond that, we offer thoughtfully crafted restaurants, retail, and transportation services that help our guests immerse themselves fully in the experience.

This job is a full-time, year-round, salaried position beginning September 2026. Staff accommodation is available if required!

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Assistant Manager ensures the smooth running of the day-to-day operations for the restaurant and special events, including banquets.
• Supervise staff and ensure that customer expectations are exceeded at all times.
• Keep the food and beverage areas clean and maintain exemplary food hygiene practices.
• Assist with recruitment, training, and management of staff.
• Assist with inventory management; oversee proper unpacking of weekly orders, ensuring storage locations are neat and tidy at all times and part of the monthly counting ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to address customer complaints or issues, and resolve matters as expediently as possible.
• Oversee food storage and dining areas, ensuring that the facility remains in compliance with safety regulation and health codes.
• Assist with cocktail creation and menu development. Let your passion shine!
• Lead and execute weddings, conferences and signature events; ensure that no detail is missed and the event is delivered flawlessly.
• Daily billing and financial responsibilities to be completed accurately and efficiently.
• A leader in daily communication on guest feedback, employee performance and notes from the day's shift.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Flexible to work various shifts (early mornings, late evenings, weekends, split shifts).
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Basic computer skills.
• Highly organized individual with the ability to handle numerous tasks at one time.
• Strong proven leadership qualities and management skills.
• Degree in Hotel/Restaurant Management or related discipline is a strong asset.
• 2 years in a hotel or restaurant industry, including at least 1 year in a supervisory position.
• Working knowledge of MICROS or similar P.O.S. system is an asset.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain any government required licenses, certificates or permits.

Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.