General Manager - For Major Food and Beverage/Entertainment operation in TorontoWe are conducting a search on behalf of a leading international hospitality group for an exceptional General Manager to lead A MAJOR food and beverage operation at one of Toronto's most iconic and high-profile hospitality and event $50M revenus, venue. (NOT IN BRITISH COLUMBIA)Key Managment Responsibilities
• Leadership & Oversight: Lead all aspects of the venue's food and beverage operations, including full-service restaurants, luxury guest suites, concessions, and upcoming restaurant initiatives.
• Team Management: Direct a large team of front and back-of-house managers (37) and staff, fostering a high-performance, service-driven guest culture.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure the consistent delivery of premium guest experiences across all service levels—from high-end cuisine to classic QS favorites
• Financial Accountability: Develop, implement, and monitor financial strategies and controls to meet and exceed revenue targets, manage labor and product costs, and ensure strong P&L performance.
• Strategic Planning: Partner with senior leadership to deliver and evolve operational strategies aligned with corporate goals and client expectations.
• Event Execution: Lead high-volume event service planning and execution to ensure seamless service delivery during peak periods and special events.
• Stakeholder Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, community leaders, and government officials, representing the property with professionalism and integrity.
• Innovation & Concept Development: Drive established and new F&B concepts, trends, and service innovations in line with guest expectations and market demands.
• Training & Implement training and career development programs that elevate service standards and improve team retention and engagement.Qualifications & Experience
• Experience: A Minimum of 5–7 years' experience in a senior food and beverage leadership role within a high-volume, multi-outlet environment.
• Background in convention centres, stadiums/arenas, large-scale event venues, casinos, or major hotel, Resort preferred.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale budgets and complex operations.
• Leadership Skills: o Demonstrated success in leading large, diverse teams with a focus on culture, service delivery, and financial performance. o Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative and inspiring leadership style.
• Technical Knowledge: o Deep understanding of food and beverage trends, cost controls, culinary operations, wine and beverage programs, and event execution. o Strong analytical and forecasting skills; able to interpret data to make informed decisions.
• Education: A degree or diploma in Hospitality, Hotel, or Restaurant Management is strongly preferred.
• Other Attributes: o Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. o Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management. o Experienced in implementing innovative service models and operational improvements.Compensation & Benefits
• A very competitive base salary for this position is truly outstanding to match this senior food and beverage management role
• Exceptional performance-based bonus structure
• Comprehensive benefits package
• RRSP contribution plan
• Significant opportunities for career advancement across a leading hospitality group.How to ApplyIf you meet the above qualifications and are excited about the opportunity to lead one of Toronto's most dynamic hospitality properties, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Robin Sheardown directly at robin@renardinternational.comKind regards,Robin…………………………….Robin SheardownExecutive Vice-PresidentRENARD INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY SEARCH CONSULTANTS Corporate Offices: 121 Richmond Street West, Suite 601, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5H 2K1 Tel: 416 364 8325 Ext: 251 Email: robin@renardinternational.com www.renardinternational.com www.renardnewsletter.comOur company video https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gEFK9s1mSKE-rkQnHWfp_D9ucoV5-T2U/view"The Most Trusted Name in the Hospitality Industry" For now over 55 years, we have assisted the Hospitality Industry by matching our Clients' Management Talent Requirements and Meeting our Applicants' Career Aspirations."
Our client a 5-star international hotel brand in Toronto requires the talents of a Director of Human Resources . The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of broad HR functions ensuring transactional processes, systems and services are effectively delivered to the operations partners, employees, and other customers in a dynamic hospitality environment. The ideal candidate should be an experienced human resources practitioner with unions and must have hotel experience to oversee daily operations of the human resources main functions of identifying, developing, and retaining employees for peak performance.
TORONTO - DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES - TORONTO
Some further responsibilities include:
Management of the human resources department, including recruiting, employee relations, compensation, benefits, performance management, safety, developing and maintaining human resources information systems, and related administration. The successful candidates will help develop a culture for providing effective service delivery. He/she will implement efficient strategies to support talent development initiatives and help develop organizational capabilities. The individual will lead initiatives to strengthen employee communication, staffing, and talent development. This international hotel group is looking for a well-qualified individual who is a forward planner as well as having strong employee relations and team building skills. Sound knowledge in developing recruitment and placement policies, systems and procedures including strategies and selection techniques. Plans, directs, and administers, employee benefit programs such as medical insurance, employment insurance, workmen compensation insurance and other plans in accordance with procedures as regulated by the organization.
The salary being offered is outstanding and will include an exceptional company benefit package.
Regards,
Brian
Brian Renard, Executive Director of Recruitment
RENARD INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY SEARCH CONSULTANTS 601 – 121 Richmond Street West Toronto, ON Canada M5H 2K1 Tel.: , ext. 226 Email:
“The Most Trusted Name in the Hospitality Industry
Our client a 5-star international hotel brand in Toronto requires the talents of a Director of Human Resources . The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of broad HR functions ensuring transactional processes, systems and services are effectively delivered to the operations partners, employees, and other customers in a dynamic hospitality environment. The ideal candidate should be an experienced human resources practitioner with unions and must have hotel experience to oversee daily operations of the human resources main functions of identifying, developing, and retaining employees for peak performance.
TORONTO - DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES - TORONTO
Some further responsibilities include:
Management of the human resources department, including recruiting, employee relations, compensation, benefits, performance management, safety, developing and maintaining human resources information systems, and related administration. The successful candidates will help develop a culture for providing effective service delivery. He/she will implement efficient strategies to support talent development initiatives and help develop organizational capabilities. The individual will lead initiatives to strengthen employee communication, staffing, and talent development. This international hotel group is looking for a well-qualified individual who is a forward planner as well as having strong employee relations and team building skills. Sound knowledge in developing recruitment and placement policies, systems and procedures including strategies and selection techniques. Plans, directs, and administers, employee benefit programs such as medical insurance, employment insurance, workmen compensation insurance and other plans in accordance with procedures as regulated by the organization.
The salary being offered is outstanding and will include an exceptional company benefit package.
Regards,
Brian
Brian Renard, Executive Director of Recruitment
RENARD INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY SEARCH CONSULTANTS 601 – 121 Richmond Street West Toronto, ON Canada M5H 2K1 Tel.: , ext. 226 Email:
“The Most Trusted Name in the Hospitality Industry
Our client, a high-end private brand property on Vancouver Island, BC, is searching for a Reservations Manager. As Reservations Manager, you will be responsible for creating rate plans, loading rates into the property management system, and working with the Rooms Division Manager to boost occupancy and the average room rate. You will liaise with the General Manager and Sales team to ensure maximum occupancy on the day. Key responsibilities : Maintain in-house reservation systems Liaise with travel agents, the revenue manager, and the rooms division manager Identify new revenue opportunities Ensure collaboration with the best third-party vendors Assist the sales team in setting rates Coordinate with central reservations to communicate new rate plans and promotions Maintain a neat, professional, and well-groomed appearance Work effectively under stressful situations, managing multiple tasks Apply strong analytical skills Implement ECommerce strategies Exhibit good organizational and time management skills Maintain a positive attitude and outgoing personality This position offers an excellent starting salary plus outstanding corporate benefits. It presents an exceptional opportunity to work in a remarkable environment on Vancouver Island. #J-18808-Ljbffr
