Job Description
Lead a high-performing restaurant in a visually striking setting, known for its energy, service and established clientele.
- Landmark venue with a strong presence in an affluent market
- Established mix of corporate clientele and loyal local guests
- Service-led role focused on personality, presence and guest connection
This Sydney-based hospitality group operates a portfolio of premium venues, each known for delivering elevated dining experiences in standout locations. This particular site is a flagship destination, combining a visually impressive setting with a refined yet approachable style of service. With an established customer base spanning corporate and local guests, the venue continues to build on a reputation for consistency, quality and strong guest engagement.
Job Description
The General Manager will take full ownership of this premium restaurant, leading a large, established team and driving a service culture that is polished without being overly formal. This is a role for a confident operator who understands how to deliver high standards while maintaining a warm, engaging and personality-driven environment.
You will be highly present on the floor, building relationships with guests, leading from the front and ensuring the venue continues to perform across both service and commercial outcomes.
- Lead the venue end-to-end with full operational and commercial accountability
- Champion a service style that balances professionalism with personality
- Build strong relationships with both corporate clientele and local regulars
- Lead, develop and inspire a large front-of-house team
- Maintain high service standards while fostering an engaging, energetic atmosphere
- Oversee financial performance including labour, cost control and revenue optimisation
- Work closely with ownership and senior leadership to drive continued success
You are an experienced General Manager with a background in premium dining environments. You understand how to operate in affluent markets and are confident managing both corporate clientele and local regulars. Your leadership style is engaging and personable, and you naturally create an environment where both guests and teams feel comfortable and valued.
- Proven experience as a General Manager in premium or high-end restaurants
- Strong focus on guest experience and relationship building
- Ability to deliver high standards without a formal or overly rigid approach
- Confident leading large teams in fast-paced environments
- Commercially astute with strong operational discipline
Professional, personable and highly present on the floor. A competitive salary package is available, along with the opportunity to lead a standout Sydney venue in a sought-after location. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a well-established business and continue to evolve its service culture within a supportive hospitality group.
To learn more about this role, submit your CV or contact Clinton Hor via clint@hastingspeople.com.au for a confidential discussion.
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