Job Description
This is a hands-on leadership role combining refined floor leadership (hosting, service style, coaching) with strong operational management (labour, stock, compliance, systems and performance). You will be a consistent presence on the floor, setting standards and ensuring every service is calm, precise and memorable.
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Key responsibilities
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Lead daily service with a polished, European-informed service style: pace, table presence, sequence of service and attention to detail.
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Act as lead host when required: manage reservations, seating flow, table plans, VIP recognition, guest notes and special requests.
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Maintain strong guest communication standards (phone/email/in person), ensuring warmth, clarity and professionalism.
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Coach, mentor, and develop FOH team members through consistent feedback and training.
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Run pre-service briefings and ensure standards are maintained across every shift.
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Oversee day-to-day operations across FOH, coordinating closely with BOH to deliver smooth, consistent service.
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Monitor and manage restaurant operating costs, including labour, stock usage, breakage, and wastage.
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Monitor stock levels and coordinate ordering for beverages, FOH consumables and supplies, and other operational requirements supporting service delivery.
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Create and manage weekly rosters aligned to bookings, events,



seasonality, and service needs.
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Ensure operations comply with all relevant requirements for food safety and hygiene standards, Workplace Health & Safety procedures, responsible service of alcohol, and venue policies and licensing conditions.
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About you
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International hospitality background strongly preferred, with confidence in classic service style and hosting.
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Strong operational competence: labour planning, stock control, compliance, cost awareness, and daily reporting.
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Wine confidence essential—comfortable guiding guests through an internationally focused list (WSET level a minimum requirement).
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Calm, decisive leadership style with a genuine passion for developing teams.
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Fluent English required; additional European languages highly regarded.
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About us
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Tedesca Osteria is a farm-to-table fine dining restaurant defined by warm, exceptional hospitality and a highly curated, international wine list.
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A high-standard, farm-to-table fine dining environment with an exceptional international wine focus.
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A qualified team culture centred on hospitality, consistency, and craft.
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Sponsorship consideration for outstanding candidates with international experience (eligibility dependent).
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📌 Restaurant Manager (Queensland)
🏢 Tedesca Osteria
📍 Queensland