Akiba is one of Canberra’s most established and recognisable restaurants, located in the heart of the CBD. We’re a high-volume, quick-paced venue built around bold Asian-inspired food, cocktails, great service and an energetic atmosphere.
We’re looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager with the confidence, leadership and gravitas to take ownership of the venue and lead a large, high-performing front-of-house team.
With 190 seats, approximately 30 floor staff, this is a genuine leadership role for someone who commands respect, leads from the front and knows how to run a busy Venue and is all about personal guest experiences.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for
- Leading and developing the FOH team
- Overseeing daily operations and service standards
- Rostering and labour management
- Training and team performance
- Stock, costs and KPIs
- Venue presentation and compliance
- Delivering a consistently excellent guest experience
- Working closely with the Head Chef and senior management
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has proven experience managing a busy restaurant
- Has strong leadership and communication skills
- Understands labour, wages and operational costs
- Leads from the front and sets high standards
- Can remain calm and decisive under pressure
- Takes genuine pride in hospitality
- Wants to build a strong team and contribute long-term
What We Offer
- $90,000–$110,000 + superannuation
- Full-time position
- Leadership of a well-established 190-seat venue
- Support from an experienced senior management team
- Genuine career progression within the group