We're looking for an experienced, hands on Restaurant Manager to lead the day to day operations of a busy, well loved venue. This is a high impact role for someone who thrives on being visible on the floor, leading from the front, and creating a dining experience that keeps guests coming back.

You'll take full ownership of the shift, from team performance to guest satisfaction to the numbers behind the scenes, while building a culture that staff and customers both love to be part of.

Key Responsibilities

- Team Leadership: Hire, train, and roster front-of-house and bar staff, building a motivated and capable team.
- Customer Experience: Be a visible, engaging presence on the floor, welcoming guests, resolving issues, and setting the tone for great service.
- Operational Control: Manage inventory, stock ordering, supplier relationships, and cost control to keep the venue running efficiently.
- Financial Performance: Monitor labour costs, wastage, and daily takings, and identify opportunities to improve profitability.
- Compliance & Safety: Ensure strict adherence to RSA, WHS, food safety, and gaming regulations at all times.
- Standards & Presentation: Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and service consistency across the venue.
- Problem Solving:



Handle day-to-day operational issues quickly and calmly, keeping service running smoothly under pressure.

About You

- Previous experience as a Restaurant Manager, Assistant Manager, or senior supervisor in a busy hospitality venue.
- Current NSW RSA and RSG certifications.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
- Excellent communication and conflict, resolution skills, with a calm, solutions focused approach.
- Solid understanding of cost control, rostering, and stock management.
- Flexibility to work rotating rosters, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Why Join Us This is an opportunity to take real ownership of a venue's day to day success, not just manage a shift, but shape the guest experience and the team culture. You'll be trusted to make decisions, drive results, and grow your career in a fast-paced, people-focused workplace.

If you're a proactive leader who loves the energy of a busy pub and wants genuine responsibility, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program

Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Restaurant Manager - Gastropub - Lake Macquarie Shire (City of Lake Macquarie)
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📍 City of Lake Macquarie