Front of House Manager

Reports to: Food & Beverage Operations

About us: Manitou Ridge is a nationally acclaimed golf destination in the Parry Sound-Muskoka region.  Carved through rugged Canadian Shield terrain along the shores of Lake Manitouwabing, each hole presents its own unique character, seamlessly balancing playability with awe-inspiring scenery.

Manitou Ridge offers an immersive cottage country escape where golfers can unwind in a relaxing, unpretentious setting, embracing nature and enjoying the game they love.

The experience at Manitou Ridge reflects a broader commitment to quality, stewardship, and distinctive golf within the Purposeful Golf portfolio.

Purposeful Golf is an owner/operator of premium golf properties across Ontario.

We aim to carefully curate a portfolio of golf properties, each distinct in its purpose. By emphasizing quality over quantity, we aim to deliver memorable experiences, tailored to diverse needs, while leveraging scale to enhance, rather than dilute, the golfer’s experience.

About the role:  As the Front of House Manager at Manitou Ridge, you’ll lead our dining room and bar with energy and attention to detail, ensuring every guest enjoys an exceptional experience. Partnering closely with the Head Professional, Golf Staff, and Culinary team, you’ll set the standard for service, engagement, and smooth daily operations, while fostering a collaborative, respectful, and high-performing work environment.

Purpose Statement: To create a welcoming atmosphere where exceptional food, attentive service, and authentic care come together to create an exceptional dining experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead, train, and mentor Front of House and Bar staff
• Manage schedules, payroll, POS, and cash handling
• Assist with inventory, menu/bar offerings, and financial tracking
• Plan and execute special events and Manitou Ridge Experience Packages
  Ensure compliance with health, safety, and SMART SERVE regulations
• Handle guest escalations with professionalism

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience in hospitality leadership, restaurant, or bar management
• Strong collaboration, organization, and customer service skills
• Passion for mentoring staff and fostering a positive team culture

Why You’ll Love It:

• Work in beautiful cottage country
• Health & Dental plan after one month
• Golf perks and course access
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Participation in Staff Meal Plan
• Excellent discounts in the Golf Shops company wide

What You’ll Need: 

• Must have a flexible working schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends
• A valid SMART Serve certificate
• A valid “G” Drivers License
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)
• Comfort with both fast-paced service days and slower periods
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Physical stamina for walking the course, standing for long periods, lifting up to 30 lbs, bending, and carrying

Compensation: Equivalent to $60,000 annually, prorated for the seasonal nature of the work.

Note: Staff housing may be available. Additional details will be provided if the candidate progresses to the interview stage.

Your Opportunity

We encourage anyone excited about this role to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement. Purposeful Golf values diverse perspectives, welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Accommodations are available for candidates who need them during the application or interview process.