Assistant Manager / Bar Manager

Clarence Restaurant | Fish Lane, Brisbane

We’re looking for an experienced Assistant Manager / Bar Manager to join the team at Clarence.

This is a hands-on role for someone who genuinely enjoys being on the floor, understands valuable hospitality and wants to take ownership of the day-to-day running of a busy restaurant.

Working closely with our Restaurant Manager, you’ll help lead the FOH team while taking particular responsibility for the bar, cocktails and beverage service.

The Role

Your key responsibilities will include:
Leading the FOH team through service and helping maintain a warm, professional and relaxed style of hospitality
Running services and taking ownership of the restaurant in the Restaurant Manager’s absence
Supporting, training and developing the FOH team
Taking ownership of the bar and day-to-day beverage operations
Maintaining and developing our cocktail offering
Ensuring drinks are consistently prepared and presented to a high standard
Managing bar ordering, stock levels, prep and organisation
Working with management to maintain appropriate beverage COGS and minimise wastage
Maintaining strong product knowledge across cocktails, spirits, beer and wine




Working closely with our Restaurant Manager and Wine Manager on the broader beverage offering
Managing bookings, sections and service flow
Building relationships with regulars and ensuring guests are genuinely looked after
Supporting opening and closing procedures, cash-up and daily reporting
Maintaining RSA, liquor licensing and FOH compliance standards
Helping create a positive, professional and accountable team culture
Working closely with the kitchen and management team to continually improve the restaurant

About You

We’re looking for someone who:
Has previous restaurant management or senior supervisory experience
Has solid bar and cocktail knowledge
Is confident leading a busy restaurant service
Is organised, reliable and comfortable taking responsibility
Enjoys training and developing younger team members
Has a genuine interest in food, wine and hospitality
Understands that excellent service can be knowledgeable and professional without being formal
Wants to be part of a small, ambitious restaurant team and grow with the business

This would suit someone currently working as an Assistant Manager, Bar Manager or experienced Supervisor looking for greater responsibility.

📌 Assistant Manager & Bar Manger – Fish Lane South Brisbane
🏢 Clarence Restaurant
📍 South Brisbane