Lift Restaurant jobs in Burnaby, BC

About Us

The Narrow Group is a local Vancouver company that operates bars, restaurants, artist studio buildings, events, and community spaces, including Key Party, Slim's BBQ, Monarch Burger, Taco Kat, and Narrow Lounge.

We create spaces for weirdos to work, play, eat, drink, and socialize.

We believe cities are better when they're interesting, inclusive, entrepreneurial, and a little unconventional. We're not interested in building generic businesses. We build places with personality, support people with ideas, and create experiences that bring communities together.

We're ambitious about the future and are always looking for opportunities to grow, evolve, and create new spaces for the communities we serve.

If you're excited about people, hospitality, culture, and helping build something bigger than a single venue, you'll fit right in here.

The Opportunity

The Assistant General Manager (AGM) plays a key role in the day-to-day success of our hospitality operations by supporting the General Manager in keeping our venues organized, well-stocked, and running smoothly. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines operational coordination with floor leadership, helping ensure our teams have the tools, support, and structure they need to deliver great hospitality.

This is a full-time, fixed-term maternity leave coverage position, expected to last approximately one year. The position will begin in early August 2026 and will conclude upon the return of the employee from maternity/parental leave. While this role is temporary, it offers the opportunity to gain experience across multiple hospitality businesses in a growing company.

You'll split your time between behind-the-scenes operational work and supporting our venues in person. From inventory, ordering, and systems to coaching staff and assisting with events, you'll help keep multiple locations operating efficiently while building strong relationships with our teams.

We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving problems, loves hospitality, and is excited to grow alongside a company that's always evolving. If you're organized, dependable, and enjoy making things happen, we'd love to meet you.

Job Description

• Inventory management and variance control
• Ordering, order confirmations, and digital receiving
• Invoice collection and processing
• Pickups, deliveries, and bank deposits
• Till balancing and gratuity distribution
• Employee onboarding administration (payroll documentation, system setup, keys)
• Maintain and program operational systems (POS, Craftable, Push, Cuboh, etc.)
• Assist with menu launches and operational rollouts
• Support event planning and forecasting
• Assist with staff training, development, and day-to-day support
• Support the General Manager in daily operations and business development
• Help foster a positive team culture aligned with our Core Values
• Attend weekly Operations and L10 meetings and monthly Manager meetings

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• High degree of digital literacy
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A solid understanding of hospitality operations
• Serving It Right certification
• Valid driver's licence (reliable vehicle is an asset)
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs and occasionally move up to 160 lbs

Perks

• Extended health and dental benefits
• Employee discounts at all Narrow Group locations
• Phone allowance
• Fuel costs covered when using a personal vehicle for work
• Opportunity to grow alongside the company
• Reimbursement for work-related travel between buildings

Schedule Expectations

This role will be approximately 40 hours a week, however, how those hours are spent may vary. Hospitality happens when our guests are here, and we believe leadership should be present during key operating hours.

This role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and special events. The successful candidate will regularly spend time in our venues during peak periods, supporting teams, maintaining standards, and staying connected to the realities of the business.

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Above all, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming workplace and artist community. We value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.

If you are interested in this role but aren't sure you meet all the requirements, we’d still love to hear from you.

Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Application question(s):

• What are you salary expectations for this position?
• How many locations have you previously managed at one time (if any)?
• How many employees have you previously managed at one time (if any)?
• How many years of experience do you have in hospitality management? (any level)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)
• Serving It Right (required)

Work Location: In person