Lead the Team. Elevate the Experience. Make Your Mark.

Mercure Rockhampton is seeking a dynamic and passionate Restaurant Manager to lead our vibrant Riverside Restaurant. Overlooking the picturesque Fitzroy River, this is a fantastic opportunity for a hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves creating memorable guest experiences, and takes pride in building high-performing teams.

If you're a hands-on leader who enjoys being on the floor, inspiring your team through every service, and driving outstanding commercial results, we'd love to hear from you.

Restaurant Manager – Riverside Restaurant | Mercure Rockhampton

Lead the Team. Elevate the Experience. Make Your Mark.

Mercure Rockhampton is seeking a dynamic and passionate Restaurant Manager to lead our vibrant Riverside Restaurant. Overlooking the picturesque Fitzroy River, this is a fantastic opportunity for a hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves creating memorable guest experiences, and takes pride in building high-performing teams.

If you're a hands-on leader who enjoys being on the floor, inspiring your team through every service, and driving outstanding commercial results, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

At Mercure Rockhampton, we believe great hospitality starts with great people. You'll have the opportunity to lead a talented team, influence the guest experience, and play a key role in one of the region’s most recognised hotel restaurants.

This is more than a management role, its a chance to shape memorable dining experiences while growing your career within a globally recognised hotel network.

The Opportunity





Reporting to the Hotel Manager, you will oversee the daily operation of Riverside Restaurant, ensuring exceptional service, strong team engagement, and outstanding business performance.

Working closely with our culinary, events, and hotel teams, you'll create seamless experiences across breakfast, lunch, dinner, conferences, and special events.

In This Role, You Will:

- Lead and inspire the restaurant team to deliver exceptional guest experiences
- Take ownership of daily operations and service excellence
- Be visible on the floor, coaching and supporting your team during service
- Drive revenue through upselling initiatives, promotions, and guest engagement
- Build a positive team culture through recruitment, training, mentoring, and recognition
- Manage rosters, labour costs, productivity, and operational budgets
- Oversee stock control, ordering, cost management, and wastage minimisation
- Ensure compliance with food safety, RSA, WHS, and brand standards
- Maintain exceptional presentation, ambience, and cleanliness standards
- Partner with the Head Chef and wider hotel team to deliver successful events, functions, and group bookings

About You

You're a hospitality skilled who leads with energy, positivity, and professionalism.



You genuinely enjoy developing people, delighting guests, and achieving results.

We're Looking For Someone Who Has:

- Previous experience as a Restaurant Manager, Assistant Restaurant Manager, or Senior Supervisor in a hotel, restaurant, or high-volume venue
- A strong service mindset and passion for delivering memorable guest experiences
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
- Experience managing rosters, labour costs, and operational performance
- Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to perform under pressure
- A passion for food, beverages, wine, and hospitality
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, public holidays, and occasional split shifts
- Current RSA certification

What' on Offer

- Full-time leadership position within a respected hotel and restaurant operation
- Ongoing learning, development, and career progression opportunities
- Access to industry-leading training programs
- Supportive leadership team and collaborative work environment
- The opportunity to make a real impact on the guest and team experience

- Discounted accommodation across Accor and La Vie Hotels worldwide
- Food & beverage discounts at participating venues
- Employee recognition and reward programs
- Access to professional development opportunities

Ready to Lead Riverside?

If you're passionate about hospitality, committed to excellence, and looking for a role where you can lead from the front and make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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