Restaurant Manager – Bella Venezia (Mooloolaba)
Full-Time | Chef Hat Venue (13) | Premium Dining | Sunshine Coast
Bella Venezia is one of Queensland's most awarded and enduring restaurants, established in **** and recognised as a benchmark for premium dining on the Sunshine Coast.
Bella Venezia is firmly positioned among the leading dining destinations in Queensland. The restaurant is also home to an internationally acclaimed wine list of over 650 labels, making it one of the most respected wine programs in the region.
With over four decades of excellence, Bella Venezia has built a reputation for exceptional Italian cuisine, refined service, and consistency at the highest level.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a flagship venue with legacy, scale, and reputation — and to play a key role in shaping its next phase of growth.
We are seeking a high-calibre Restaurant Manager who operates at the top of their game.
About the Role
This is not a maintenance role — this is a leadership position for someone who wants to drive standards, lead from the front, and elevate an already exceptional operation.
You will take full ownership of front-of-house performance, team culture, and guest experience, working alongside the directors and senior leadership team.
We are looking for a manager who brings presence, high standards, and accountability, and who thrives in a high-performance environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead a large, qualified FOH team with authority, clarity, and consistency
Set and maintain elite service standards across every shift
Drive a culture of accountability,



professionalism, and hospitality
Manage labour, rostering, and operational performance
Work closely with the directors and executive team on strategy and continuous improvement
Ensure seamless FOH and BOH integration during service
Deliver exceptional guest experience, including service recovery
Maintain compliance with licensing, WH&S;, and workplace regulations
Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager in a fine dining environment (Chef Hat or Michelin-level venues)
Strong leadership presence and ability to lead a professional team with confidence
Deep understanding of service standards and guest experience
Strong food, wine, and beverage knowledge, with the ability to operate within a premium wine program
Commercial awareness including labour and cost control
Highly organised, decisive, and solutions-focused
Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional experiences
Candidates with experience in recognised premium dining environments will be highly regarded.
Full Australian working rights required — sponsorship is not available.
Why Join Bella Venezia
Competitive salary package + tips + performance incentives
Lead a Chef Hat Venue (13) and one of Queensland's most awarded restaurants
Work directly with experienced directors
Career growth within a multi-venue hospitality group
A role with real influence and impact
Prime Sunshine Coast lifestyle
If you are serious about hospitality, leadership, and operating at a high level, we would love to hear from you.

📌 Restaurant Manager (Queensland)
🏢 Bella Venezia Restaurant & Bar
📍 Queensland