Job Description
Southbank, Melbourne
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Come and join us at Soho Restaurant & Bar as our new Night Manager.
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NIGHT MANAGER — SOHO RESTAURANT & BAR
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Located on the Yarra River in the heart of Southbank, Soho is a high-energy restaurant and bar that transitions from busy lunches and dinners into lively evening trade, DJs, drinks and late nights.
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We're looking for an experienced, confident and energetic Night Manager to take ownership of our evening and late-night operations.
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This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a busy venue, knows how to lead from the floor and can take control of a shift from start to finish.
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The Role
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As Night Manager, you will be the manager in charge during evening and late-night trade, responsible for ensuring Soho operates at a high standard across service, people, atmosphere and venue operations.
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You won't just supervise the shift — you'll own it.
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Your Responsibilities Will Include
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Leading the FOH team throughout evening and late-night service
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Taking overall responsibility for the venue while on duty
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Driving exceptional customer service and a strong venue atmosphere
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Managing staff deployment, sections, breaks and labour throughout the shift
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Maintaining strong communication between the floor, bar and kitchen
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Supporting and directing supervisors and senior team members
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Managing guest feedback, complaints and difficult situations professionally
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Working closely with security and ensuring robust RSA and venue compliance
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Overseeing DJs, entertainment and the transition from restaurant to late-night trade
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Ensuring venue presentation and operational standards are maintained throughout the night
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Managing closing procedures and ensuring the venue is properly secured
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Providing clear handovers and reporting any operational or staffing issues to senior management
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ABOUT YOU:
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We're Looking For Someone Who
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Has previous management experience in a busy restaurant, bar or hospitality venue
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Is confident running a high-volume service
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Is comfortable managing both restaurant and late-night bar environments
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Leads from the front and isn't afraid to get involved
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Can confidently direct and motivate a team
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Has excellent customer service and communication skills
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Remains calm and makes good decisions under pressure
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Understands labour management, RSA and venue compliance
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Has strong attention to detail
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Takes genuine pride in the venue they are running
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Is available to work evenings, weekends and late nights
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Experience in a high-volume restaurant/bar or entertainment-led venue will be highly regarded.
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What Success Looks Like
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Run smooth, well-organised evening services
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Have the team clear on their roles and expectations
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Maintain strong service standards even during peak periods
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Control labour and breaks effectively
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Deal with problems before they become bigger problems
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Maintain a safe, professional and compliant late-night environment
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Create a great atmosphere for our guests
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Leave the venue properly closed, secured and ready for the following day
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Most importantly, when you're running the venue, you take ownership of what happens during your shift.
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What We Offer
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A key management position within an established Melbourne hospitality venue
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The opportunity to take genuine ownership of Soho's night operations
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A fast-paced and energetic working environment
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Support from an experienced senior management team
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Opportunities to grow within the wider hospitality group
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Competitive remuneration based on experience
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📌 Night Manager At Soho Restaurant & Bar (Victoria)
🏢 TREETOP EARLY LEARNING
📍 Victoria