Job Description
Client Profile
This long-standing Melbourne CBD restaurant has been a fixture of the dining scene for many years. Under the guidance of a passionate and visionary owner, the venue continues to evolve while honouring its history. With a well-known chef already steering the culinary direction into an exciting new chapter, the business is building strong momentum. The wider group operates multiple venues within the CBD and is set to expand further in April 2026, offering genuine long-term opportunity.
Job Description
The Restaurant Manager will take a hands-on leadership role, championing guest experience while nurturing a strong and engaged team culture. This is a position for someone who thrives on leading from the front, enjoys the people aspect of hospitality and is motivated to continuously elevate service standards. Your voice will be heard, and your ideas welcomed, in a business that values initiative and ownership.
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Lead daily restaurant operations with a strong floor presence
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Drive guest experience standards and continually push service excellence
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Inspire, mentor and develop a committed front-of-house team
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Collaborate closely with the Head Chef and owner to evolve the venue
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Contribute ideas that enhance brand presence, service flow and team culture
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Manage rostering, labour and operational performance
Candidate Profile
You are a passionate hospitality leader who genuinely enjoys working with people and building strong teams. You take pride in delivering memorable guest experiences and are motivated to grow both personally and professionally within a supportive, forward-thinking group.
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Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager in quality dining environments
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Strong leadership style with a hands-on, guest-focused approach
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Ability to motivate and develop teams through positive culture
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Organised, commercially aware and operationally confident
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Eager to contribute ideas and develop within a multi-venue group
Offer
A competitive salary package is available, along with two consecutive days off and a balanced roster across opens, mids and closes. This role offers long-term opportunity within a growing hospitality group, with a new venue set to open in April 2026. It is an opportunity to align with a passionate owner, a respected chef and a business that values people, performance and long-term success.
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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