Assistant Restaurant Manager – ChaChing Melbourne

Join One of Melbourne's Most Exciting Asian Fusion Restaurants

ChaChing is a vibrant, fast-paced Asian fusion restaurant located in Melbourne CBD. Known for our bold flavours, energetic atmosphere, creative cocktails and exceptional guest experience, we're looking for an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager who is passionate about hospitality and ready to grow with our expanding restaurant group.

This is more than just a management role. We're looking for someone who leads by example, thrives under pressure, develops great teams and takes pride in running a busy, successful restaurant.

About the Role

As Assistant Restaurant Manager, you will work closely with the Restaurant Manager and Director to ensure smooth daily operations while delivering an outstanding guest experience.

- Leading the floor during service with confidence and energy
- Delivering exceptional customer service and resolving guest concerns professionally
- Supervising, coaching and motivating the FOH team
- Assisting with staff recruitment, onboarding and training
- Maintaining high service standards and ensuring SOPs are followed
- Managing bookings and table allocations to maximise revenue
- Monitoring labour costs and productivity
- Assisting with stock control, ordering and inventory
- Ensuring food safety, cleanliness and workplace compliance
- Working closely with the kitchen to ensure smooth communication during service
- Helping drive sales through upselling and team motivation
- Supporting the Restaurant Manager in achieving business KPIs

What We're Looking For

- Minimum 2 years' experience in a management or supervisor role within a busy restaurant




- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Positive attitude with a hands‑on approach
- Ability to stay calm under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Robust understanding of restaurant operations and financial performance
- Current RSA certificate
- Full Australian working rights

Bonus If You Have

- Experience with SevenRooms or OpenTable
- Wine, cocktail or spirits knowledge
- Experience in premium casual or modern Asian restaurants
- First Aid Certificate

What We Offer

- Competitive salary package
- Performance bonus opportunities
- Career progression within a growing hospitality group
- Ongoing leadership and management training
- Staff meals and dining discounts
- Supportive, professional and ambitious team culture
- Opportunity to grow into a Restaurant Manager position

Why Join ChaChing?

At ChaChing, we don't just hire staff—we develop future leaders. If you're passionate about hospitality, love leading people, and want to build a long-term career with an ambitious restaurant group, we'd love to hear from you.

Your application will include the following questions:

- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as an Assistant Manager?
- How many years' experience do you have in a Management Role?
- Do you hold a current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate?
- Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the styles and properties of wine?
- Do you have serving experience within a fine dining restaurant?
- Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?
- What's your expected annual base salary?

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📌 Restaurant assitant manager (Melbourne)
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