Job Description
Client Profile
Our client is an established hospitality group with a strong National presence. Known for quality operations and community engagement, they are seeking a driven and commercially minded leader to take the reins of a key venue in the Northern Rivers region.
Job Description
As Restaurant Manager, you will bring together commercial acumen, operational excellence, and people leadership to deliver an outstanding hospitality experience. This is a senior-level role requiring full accountability for financial performance, team engagement, and the strategic growth of the business..
- Oversee all daily operations, ensuring a seamless guest experience across both front and back of house
- Own the venue’s financial performance, including P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
- Drive top-line growth through local marketing, community initiatives, and partnership development
- Lead recruitment, training, and succession planning to build a resilient, high-performing team
- Collaborate with senior leadership to implement new business strategies and operational improvements
- Be a visible and inspiring leader who creates a culture of accountability, positivity, and professional growth
- Prepare for multi-site responsibilities through structured leadership development and strategic planning exposure
You are a seasoned hospitality leader with strong business acumen, a people-first approach, and the ability to embed yourself in a local community. You bring experience managing full financials and are motivated by the opportunity to take a step toward multi-site leadership.
- Proven success in managing busy, full-service venues
- Experience with budgeting, P&L, and workforce planning
- Confident community networker and team builder
- Hands-on leader with a commercial mindset
- Passionate about regional hospitality and career development
This is a rare opportunity to take on a senior leadership role in one of NSW’s most desirable regions. A competitive salary is on offer, with a clearly defined path to area management.
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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