Description

Mi casa su casa.

Are you a natural leader with a love for great food, valuable vibes, and creating memorable guest experiences? Fonda is on the lookout for a Restaurant Manager to lead our team and deliver consistently outstanding service.

Fonda by name, fonder by nature.

We’re a vibrant Mexican restaurant obsessed with bold flavours, fresh produce, and heartfelt hospitality. We take pride in delivering a consistently excellent experience — from the plate to the playlist — and we’re looking for someone ready to lead the charge and grow with us.

What you’ll be doing:
Leading daily operations with energy, professionalism, and a robust floor presence
Driving guest satisfaction and strong NPS/Google ratings through great food, fast service, and genuine hospitality
Ensuring food, beverage, and service standards are consistently high across all areas
Coaching FOH & BOH teams through on-shift training, regular feedback, and leading by example
Managing recruitment, onboarding, and progression of high-performing team members
Owning rosters, payroll accuracy,



and team scheduling in line with labour targets
Maintaining food safety, cleanliness, and venue compliance standards
Overseeing inventory, stock control, and cost management
Running team meetings and cultural initiatives that drive engagement and alignment
Setting and executing goals that support financial success and business growth
Working at least 3 peak shifts per week to lead from the front when it counts most

What you bring
Experience in hospitality or restaurant leadership (1–3 years preferred)
Strong people skills and a team-first attitude
A calm, solutions-focused mindset under pressure
Passion for service, quality, and guest satisfaction
Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills

Why Fonda?
Performance-based bonus structure
A chance to lead and grow within a vibrant, values-driven company
Great culture and team vibes
Opportunities for training and career development
Delicious staff discounts

Hungry for more? Apply now!

📌 Restaurant Manager Melbourne
🏢 Fonda Mexican
📍 Melbourne