1 Spring Sky Lounge

Restaurant Manager (Venue Manager) – Pre-opening

Elizabeth Quay, 1 Spring Street, Perth WA 6000

About 36TH FLOOR SKY LOUNGE

At 36TH FLOOR SKY LOUNGE and our associated venues, we deliver hospitality with crafted elegance and a genuine connection to Perth. Every guest experience is built around authentic service, meaningful moments, and attention to detail.

Located within the Capital Square precinct above Elizabeth Quay, our Sky Lounge offers breathtaking 360° views of Perth's city skyline and the Swan River, creating one of the city's most exciting dining destinations.

As we prepare for opening, we're looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager (Venue Manager) who shares our passion for exceptional hospitality and enjoys leading teams that create memorable guest experiences.

About the Role

Reporting to the Food and Beverage Director, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and overall performance of the restaurant and bar, ensuring exceptional service, operational efficiency, and strong financial performance.

You’ll lead the team to deliver standout hospitality - maintaining high standards of service delivery, presentation, and guest satisfaction, while supporting ongoing success across the venue.

Key Responsibilities

- Drive pre-opening readiness, including recruitment, training, SOP development, and all pre-opening preparations
- Participate in service trials, menu tastings, and operational readiness activities.
- Prepare and manage Food & Beverage team rosters to ensure appropriate staffing levels across all meal periods and service times.




- Ensure all Food & Beverage team members maintain current Food Handler and Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certifications.
- Support the setup of restaurant spaces, equipment, and service procedures
- Ensure exceptional service delivery and guest satisfaction at all times.
- Foster a positive, team-oriented, and performance-driven team culture.
- Support budgeting and financial performance targets for the Venue
- Ensure compliance with food safety, liquor licensing, WHS, and regulatory requirements
- Act as Manager on Duty as required and collaborate closely with other hotel leaders
- Experience managing premium beverage and wine service.
- Strong understanding of cocktail service and bar operations.
- Experience working in a luxury hotel or premium dining environment.
- Ability to lead service during high-volume and VIP events.
- Experience opening new restaurants or hospitality venues (highly desirable)

About You You are a passionate hospitality professional who enjoys creating memorable guest experiences, developing people, and maintaining high service standards. You are organised, hands-on, and thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment.





The Successful Candidate Will Possess

Knowledge & Experience

- Minimum 5 years' experience as a Restaurant Manager (Venue Manager) in a high-volume restaurant and bar environment (hotel or premium dining experience preferred)
- A strong commitment to exceptional guest service and guest satisfaction
- Sound understanding of restaurant service standards and hospitality operations
- Experience managing budgets and achieving financial performance targets
- Proven ability to lead, coach and develop venue team members
- Experience managing teams, service flow and guest engagement
- Barista skills (ability to prepare quality coffee and beverages as required)
- Knowledge of Responsible Service of Alcohol and Food Safety requirements
- Inspect staff hygiene and grooming
- Experience using POS systems and restaurant management software (preferred)
- Approved Manager (LMP1) and Food Handler certificates
- Strong communication skills with a hands-on leadership approach

Why Join 36TH FLOOR SKY LOUNGE?

- Be part of Sky Lounge venue pre-opening from day one
- Competitive executive-level remuneration and benefits
- Employee wellbeing and recognition programs
- Complimentary staff meals during shifts
- Career advancement opportunities within an expanding hospitality portfolio
- Work with a team that values refined hospitality, teamwork, and meaningful guest connection

If you are a strategic and operational Venue Manager ready to shape an exceptional dining destination, we would love to hear from you.

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