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New West’s Award-Winning ‘El Santo’ On Lookout For Servers, Restaurant Manager

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New Westminster, BC | el Santo is currently seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, as well as professional, engaging, friendly servers. Details for both positions – and how to apply – are below.

RESTAURANT MANAGER POSITION

Under the guidance of the Managing Director the Restaurant Manager is responsible for the day-to–day operations of the restaurant with an emphasis on service. Regular duties will include but are not limited to overseeing operations including; training and development of the front of house team, ensuring guest satisfaction, involvement in marketing and promoting the restaurant and involvement in the community.

Key Responsibilities

– Hands on floor management

– Scheduling, ordering, maintain inventory and POS

– Create floor plans, conduct pre-shifts and manage labour

– Continual development of staff through on-going coaching and performance reviews

– Demonstrate leadership in action and through conscious communication

– Provide exceptional service by anticipating guests needs and exceeding their expectations

– All other key areas as required by the Managing Director

Qualifications and Experience

– Minimum 2 years management experience in a high volume, full service restaurant

– Attention to detail and consistency

– Ability to create and execute systems

– Proven problem solving abilities

– Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, positive, written and verbal communication

– Computer savvy and organized with an understanding and adherence of laws and requirements related to labour, health and safety and the sale of liquor

– ISG or WSET is an asset

– Catering and/or event planning experience is an asset

– An understanding of Spanish is an asset

This position requires flexible, full time availability. This is a salaried position with eligibility for gratuity.

Please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] if you are seeking a stimulating and rewarding career in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

SERVER POSITION

el Santo is hiring Servers to assist in Front of House operation.

Key Responsibilities

– Consistently offer professional, engaging and friendly service to build relationships and drive regular clientele

– Provide timely, personalized, friendly and efficient food and beverage service to our guests.

– Maintain work section in an orderly and timely manner (clearing tables, refreshing beverages, removing food items)

– Complete side duties in timely manner (side stations properly stocked).

– Assist colleagues in daily tasks as required

– Bring any concerns to the attention of the Restaurant Manager (related to internal or external guests and/or food or service quality)

– Be Health & Safety conscious and actively involved in maintaining a safe work environment

Qualifications and Experience

– Minimum 2 years experience in a high volume, full service restaurant

– Must have Serving It Right Certificate

– Wide range of knowledge in wine, beer and spirits required 

– Computer literate and experienced with POS required

– Proven passion and creativity for excellent customer service and hospitality

– Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, positive attitude, excellent written and verbal communication, professional appearance, grooming

– Excellent work ethic, organized, strong administration, dependable, flexible

– Knowledge of Mexican Cuisine is an asset

Please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] if you are seeking a exciting and rewarding career in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

*Please clearly note what position you are applying for and what your availability is when applying.

DETAILS

1490261087-el-santo

 680 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3M 1A8
Telephone: 604 553 1849  | Email: [email protected]
Web: www.elsanto.ca | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
Hours: Sunday to Thursday 11:30am – 10pm & Friday, Saturday 11:30am – 11pm

GALLERY

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  • Photo Via El Santo
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  • Communal Table-3
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  • Chilis at Bar
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  • Bar-8
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THE PEOPLE

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Alejandro Diaz- Owner
Shane King – Executive Chef
Sam Fabbro – Executive Sous Chef

ABOUT EL SANTO

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Taking home Gold for best Latin restaurant at this year’s Vancouver Magazine Awards, el Santo is located in historic New Westminster, British Columbia, at 680 Columbia St. Open seven days a week, el Santo offers menu items that will intrigue all taste buds. With vegan and gluten free options and a kid’s menu, el Santo showcases both the diversity of Mexican food and the fresh, local, and sustainable ingredients of the West Coast in creative dishes and a welcoming dining room.

Check out our ever-changing menu filled with contemporary Mexican cuisine and more about our story at www.elsanto.ca

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