Behind the Hire | Restaurant Manager, Sydney

We recently placed a Restaurant Manager for a contemporary, produce-driven venue in Sydney. The brief moved quickly, withClinton Hor securing the hire in just 12 days.

The venue sits within an established Sydney hospitality group known for blending high-quality dining with energetic, design-led social spaces. The role required a leader who could deliver polished service while maintaining the relaxed, community-driven atmosphere the venue is known for.

The successful candidate had just relocated to Sydney from London, where they spent several years progressing through roles at one of the UK’s most respected wine-focused restaurant groups. Alongside their operational experience, the candidate brings a strong wine background, currently completing the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wine.

For a venue built around produce, personality and strong service culture, the combination of operational leadership and deep wine knowledge made this a natural fit.

Another great example of how a targeted search by a specialist recruitment partner delivers strong outcomes for both operators and candidates.