James Pottie

Canada's 100 Best #9 in 'Best New Restaurants' 2023

Built the entirety of the wine and beverage program.

Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.

Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and labor.

Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.

Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.

Canada's 100 Best #27 and #15 in 2021

Top ranking Toronto restaurants serving biodynamic wine in a relaxed, professional atmosphere, with an everchanging menu focused on Ontario produce.

Canada's 100 Best #36 in 2021

Coordinating a thirteen course Canadian inspired tasting menu focused on fermentation with chef Sean MacDonald; Expertly pairing wines, running service, and frontline and behind the scenes administration.

Hip, eclectic atmosphere in a Toronto institution of over 40 years; Focus on Mediterranean cuisine and an extensive natural wine and Ontario craft beer program.

Executing tasting menu's and a la carte dining focused on Indigenous cuisine, including seal, elk, bison, etc.