HongDae Korean Restaurant & Bar, located in Melbourne CBD, is looking for an experienced and reliable Front of House Manager to join our team.

We are a busy Korean restaurant operating across two levels with approximately 80 seats. We are looking for a confident and organised manager who can lead the front-of-house team, maintain excellent customer service, and support the smooth day-to-day operation of the restaurant.

Position Details

- Position: Full-Time Front of House Manager
- Location: Melbourne CBD
- Salary: $70,000–$75,000 per year + superannuation, depending on experience
- Working hours: Approximately 45–50 hours per week
- Availability: Must be available to work evenings, weekends and public holidays
- Immediate start available

Key Responsibilities
- Managing daily front-of-house operations
- Supervising, training and supporting FOH staff
- Preparing staff rosters and managing shift coverage
- Providing friendly and professional customer service
- Handling customer enquiries, feedback and complaints
- Coordinating with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service
- Managing reservations, table allocations and large group bookings
- Monitoring staff performance and maintaining service standards
- Opening and closing the restaurant
- Handling POS transactions, cash reconciliation and end-of-day procedures
- Ensuring the dining area complies with cleanliness, food safety and workplace safety requirements




- Assisting with stock control and ordering front-of-house supplies

What We Are Looking For
- Previous experience as a restaurant manager, assistant manager or senior supervisor
- Strong leadership and team-management skills
- Excellent communication and customer-service skills
- Ability to remain calm and organised during busy service periods
- Reliable, responsible and punctual
- Good understanding of restaurant operations
- Current Victorian RSA certificate
- Fluent or confident English communication skills
- Korean language skills are helpful but not essential
- Full Australian working rights are preferred

What We Offer
- Stable full-time employment
- Annual salary of $70,000–$75,000 plus superannuation, depending on experience
- Supportive and friendly working environment
- Staff meals provided during shifts
- Opportunity to take an key leadership role in a busy and established restaurant
- Long-term employment prospect for the right candidate

If you are interested, please send your résumé and a short introduction, including your relevant experience and availability, to: Email: [email protected]

Phone/Text: (phone hidden)

Please include “Front of House Manager Application” in the subject line.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Pay: $70,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 FULL-TIME FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER WANTED (Melbourne)
🏢 Hong dae
📍 Melbourne