The Forks Hospitality Manager

The Forks Hospitality Manager

Position Available | Permanent Full-Time

Compensation | Salary starts at $69,904 (is based on prior experience and skills) + Commuter Benefit + Health and Dental Benefits + Annual Incentive + 20 Days Paid Vacation

Start Date | Mid-July 2026

Application Closing Date | Wednesday, June 10, 2026

The Forks Hospitality Manager oversees all employees at The Common and is responsible for ensuring smooth operations of the bar, with a strong focus on visitor experience and hospitality. Reporting directly to the People, Culture, and Hospitality Director, The Forks Hospitality Manager provides support and recommendations to all departments in any areas related to The Common.

This role is part of an actively evolving organization. As hospitality and events continue to grow, the responsibilities and scope of this position may evolve. We are looking for someone who is adaptable, who genuinely likes people and coaching teams, and is excited by continuous learning and the opportunity to help shape this role. If you are a hands-on leader who appreciates variety in your work, is committed to the growth and development of your team, is dedicated to building meaningful relationships and memorable visitor experiences, and is excited to grow with an evolving role, then this is the job for you!

The Forks Hospitality Manager will:

• Provide recommendations to The Forks management team regarding operations of The Common
• Provide resources and support to internal teams, specifically Events and External Relations
• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with all external contacts, including suppliers, consultants, community groups, and visitors
• Provide leadership to The Common employees through clear expectations, accountability, coaching, trust, and support
• Oversee The Common’s day-to-day operations, including routines, checklists, equipment, scheduling, payroll, weekly sales reports, and processing invoices
• Oversee weekly inventory counts, ensuring accuracy of reporting and diligent inventory management
• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with Sommelier, Cicerone, and beer and wine suppliers
• Support with budgeting and business planning for The Common
• Stay up to date on hospitality trends and offer recommendations to improve operational efficiency and enhance the visitor experience at The Common

The Forks Hospitality Manager is someone who:

• Will be required to have their Smart Choices certification
• Has a minimum of two years of leadership experience, including direct supervision of staff, demonstrated success in developing people. Leadership in hospitality is considered an asset
• Is highly adaptable and able to lead through change and “gray areas” in an environment that is actively evolving
• Is positive, approachable, friendly, and open-minded toward new ways of doing things
• Has a strong customer service focus, cultivating a team that is welcoming, friendly, and helpful
• Can work a flexible schedule that will include evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Has strong attention to detail and exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office and willing to learn new software
• Has the ability to see how The Common contributes to the broader vision, goals, and values of The Forks
• Beer and wine knowledge is considered an asset

Application deadline Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Interviews will begin the week of June 15. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Forks is the city’s meeting place, open and accessible to all. We want our team to be reflective of the community we are honoured to call home. We are actively seeking a diverse mix of talented people who want to do their best work.  The Forks North Portage as an employer is focused on equality and inclusivity in our hiring practices. We support diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, religion, ethnicity, and nationality. We strongly encourage those who identify as BIPOC and/or 2SLGBTQ+ to apply.