Reine & La Rue is a two-hatted modern French restaurant located within Melbourne's original Stock Exchange building on the corner of Queen and Collins Streets. Since opening in 2023, the venue has become one of the city's most celebrated dining destinations.
Set beneath soaring vaulted ceilings and Gothic Revival architecture, Reine pairs refined French cooking with exceptional Victorian produce, while La Rue offers an intimate wine and cocktail experience centred around one of Australia's most distinctive wine collections. Together, they create a dining experience defined by generosity, excellence and a strong sense of place.
An extension of Reine & La Rue, Privé and Bar Privé introduce a new chapter for the Gothic Bank Precinct. Featuring an elegant cocktail bar alongside a collection of beautifully appointed private dining rooms, Privé is both a destination in its own right and a seamless extension of Reine's grand dining room, offering intimate, elevated experiences within one of Melbourne's most iconic hospitality settings.
The Opportunity
We have a rare opportunity for an exceptional leader to join Reine & La Rue as General Manager, leading one of Melbourne's most distinctive dining destinations. This role will oversee Reine & La Rue, Privé and Bar Privé, driving the next chapter of growth across the business.
As General Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance of the venue, leading a high-performing team and delivering exceptional guest experiences across every touchpoint. You will champion operational excellence, inspire your leaders,
and ensure the highest standards of service, culture and execution.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a premium, high-volume environment. You will lead from the floor, empower your team, drive commercial performance, and continue to build on the reputation that makes Reine & La Rue one of Melbourne's leading hospitality destinations.
Our ideal candidate will have
- 5+ years' experience in Venue or Restaurant Management roles within premium dining venues
- Solid operational experience across invoicing, rostering, forecasting, POS management, event delivery and activations
- Strong commercial acumen, with a firm grip on P&L;, labour management and cost control
- Excellent food and wine knowledge, with the ability to lead and develop Team Members across these areas
- A proven track record of effective planning, time management and decision-making
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to support and develop both junior Team Members and senior leaders
- The ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders across the business and interstate
- A keen eye for detail and the ability to maintain high standards across service,
venue presentation and operations
- The ability to work autonomously while treating guests and peers with respect, humility and kindness
- Commitment, passion and appreciation for all things food & beverage and the hospitality industry
What We Offer
- Competitive remuneration and gratuities paid weekly
- Genuine opportunities to grow your career across the edition Hospitality portfolio
- Ongoing training, mentorship and professional development to support your long-term career growth
- Access to WSET training
- The opportunity to work alongside some of most respected hospitality professionals
- A collaborative team culture built on respect, professionalism and genuine hospitality
- Opportunities for interstate and cross-venue opportunities within edition Hospitality
- Generous staff discount of up to 50% across all edition venues
- Referrals bonuses
Who We Are Established in 2013 edition is a hospitality group dedicated to delivering memorable restaurant experiences rooted in generosity, warmth, and care. We aspire to influence the hospitality industry in a way that can evolve and grow past the one we inherited. edition’s venues are: NOMAD Sydney, NOMAD Melbourne, NOMAD Brisbane, Reine & La Rue, Privé, Florentino Dining Room, Cafe Florentino and Cellar Bar.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply’ on SEEK to submit your application, or send through an updated copy of your Resume and Cover Letter to
[email protected].
For more information on our venues, visit www.editiongroup.au.
📌 Restaurant General Manager | Reine & La Rue (Melbourne)
🏢 edition Hospitality
📍 Melbourne