Job Description

ARRE is a modern Mexican restaurant built around Australian ingredients, Australian seasons and Australian fire, with Mexican technique at the centre of everything we do.

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We're looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our team and help lead the restaurant day to day.

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The Role

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This is a hands‐on leadership position for someone who genuinely enjoys hospitality and wants to be part of building something distinctive.

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Working closely with the Restaurant Manager and Chef/Owner, you will help oversee the daily operation of the restaurant, lead the floor team and ensure every service runs smoothly.

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You will be expected to lead from the front — not manage from behind a desk.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Lead and support the floor team during service
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- Run smooth, organised and high‐quality restaurant services
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- Maintain ARRE's standards of hospitality, service and presentation
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- Brief the team before service and communicate clearly throughout service
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- Assist with staff training, development and performance
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- Manage reservations, table flow and guest experience
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- Handle guest enquiries and resolve issues professionally
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- Monitor service standards and ensure the team is attentive and engaged
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- Assist with opening and closing procedures
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- Manage cash handling and daily operational procedures
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- Maintain food, beverage and service knowledge across the team
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- Work closely with the kitchen to ensure effective communication between FOH and BOH
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- Assist with stock control, ordering and general restaurant organisation
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- Ensure health,



safety and licensing requirements are followed
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- Support the Restaurant Manager with rosters, staffing and day‐to‐day administration
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- Step into the Restaurant Manager role when required
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What We're Looking For

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We're looking for someone who:

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- . 1 year in hatted or Michelin venue
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- Has previous experience in a restaurant supervisory or management role
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- Is confident leading a team during busy service
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- Has excellent communication and organisational skills
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- Understands what great hospitality looks like
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- Is calm under pressure and capable of making decisions
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- Takes pride in presentation, cleanliness and attention to detail
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- Is comfortable working closely with chefs and kitchen teams
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- Can train and motivate junior staff
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- Has a genuine interest in food, wine, cocktails and hospitality
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- Is reliable, professional and willing to get stuck in
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- Wants to grow with an independent restaurant rather than simply work a shift
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What We Offer

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- A key leadership position within a growing independent restaurant
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- The opportunity to work closely with the owners and kitchen team
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- Staff training and opportunities for professional development
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- A supportive, hands‐on working setting
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- Competitive salary based on experience
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- Staff meals and other team benefits
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- The opportunity to be part of developing the next stage of ARRE
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If you are an experienced hospitality professional who loves service, leads by example and wants to be part of something ambitious, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Assistant restaurant manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Arre
📍 New South Wales