Job Description

Woods & Co Recruitment is excited to partner with Melbourne’s most innovative and esteemed dining venues in the search for a passionate and experienced Restaurant Manager. Owned by an iconic property development company who specialise in building high-end hospitality venues and aim to lead a new and innovative experience to redefine local dining. There is a large focus on wanting customers to reflect back on the night enjoying not just the food but also the welcoming environment provided from the service of the staff. As a Restaurant Manager, it would be your responsibility to train the staff on these areas of service to retain customers and make everyone feel like locals. 

What's in it for you?

• $80,000 - $95,000 + Superannuation.
• Meals provided daily and parking permits available.
• Career growth and progression within a premium hospitality group.
• Discounts across partner restaurants.
• Opportunity to shape and influence dining experiences across multiple venues.
• Manage P&Ls and contribute to the strategic direction of the venues.

What do you do?

• Oversee daily operations to ensure smooth and efficient service across different settings.
• Lead, mentor, and develop front-of-house staff to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Enhance the dining experience through high-quality service and attention to detail.
• Handle budgeting, cost control, and revenue management to meet financial goals.
• Work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team to ensure a cohesive dining experience.
• Coordinate with marketing for promotional strategies and event planning.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage inventory and stock to optimise efficiency.
• Conduct staff training, manage rostering, address complaints, and prepare operational reports.

What do you need?

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager in fine dining or high-end casual dining.
• Pre-opening experience is a plus, but not essential.
• Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to inspire a team.
• Passion for delivering outstanding customer service and creating memorable experiences.
• Solid financial management skills, including budget and P&L oversight.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of current hospitality trends and restaurant management software.
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude, with the ability to handle the fast-paced nature of the industry.

Note: This role is on-site, and due to operational requirements, remote work cannot be accommodated. 

If you're as passionate about this position as we are then please don't delay and APPLY NOW! We are interviewing immediately! To find out more about this position please contact:

• Aydin on 0458 521 724 or email aydin@woodsco.com.au.
• Shea on 0407 163 529 or email shea@woodsco.com.au.  

Woods & Co Recruitment is committed to creating a positively diverse and inclusive workforce that values all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate and encourage applications (no matter age or status) from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members and genders of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.

*You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted and meet the above requirements.