ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER a’Mare Italian Dining Precinct | Crown Sydney
Pavoni Plus Pty Ltd
Salary: $85,000–$90,000 Superannuation
Join one of Sydney’s most exciting hospitality destinations.
Pavoni Plus Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced and passionate Assistant Restaurant Manager to join the leadership team across the a’Mare Italian Dining Precinct at Crown Sydney, home to three distinctive Italian dining experiences:
- a’Mare brings Italian elegance to life through refined dining, seasonal produce, handcrafted pasta and signature tableside service, all overlooking Sydney Harbour.
- Vista’Mare captures the spirit of waterfront Italian hospitality, welcoming guests from breakfast through to aperitivo, with cocktails and relaxed dining by the harbour.
- Pizza’Mare delivers a lively, relaxed Italian experience centred on pizza, pasta and generous hospitality in its mezzanine setting.
Working alongside the Restaurant Manager, you will help deliver exceptional guest experiences, develop a strong team and ensure smooth day-to-day operations across the precinct.
Essential Requirements
- Full Australian working rights
- Minimum two years’ experience in a management or supervisory role within premium hospitality
- Solid leadership and team development skills
- Current NSW RSA Certificate
- Fluent English and excellent communication skills
- Exceptional grooming and presentation
- Ability to remain calm and decisive in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Experience with POS systems and restaurant reservation platforms
- Sound understanding of hospitality compliance and workplace health and safety
Preferred Requirements
- Previous experience in premium or fine dining restaurants
- Experience with SevenRooms or similar reservation platforms
- Knowledge of Italian food, wine and hospitality
- Italian language skills
- Formal hospitality qualifications
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Restaurant Manager with daily operations across the precinct
- Lead, mentor and motivate the front-of-house team
- Maintain consistent service standards across all shifts
- Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management
- Manage guest feedback and resolve concerns professionally
- Assist with rostering, labour management and payroll accuracy
- Monitor stock levels and support ordering and inventory control
- Work closely with kitchen and bar teams to deliver seamless service
- Help achieve financial targets through effective labour and cost control
- Maintain compliance with Crown Sydney, food safety, RSA and workplace health and safety requirements
- Build a positive team culture focused on professionalism, accountability and genuine hospitality
What We Offer
- Salary of $85,000–$90,000 Superannuation, depending on experience
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Career progression opportunities within Maestro Hospitality
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee benefits program and staff discounts across Maestro Hospitality venues
- The opportunity to work alongside some of Australia’s leading hospitality professionals in an award-winning restaurant group
Please note that all successful applicants will be required to complete a Crown Sydney Police Compliance Check as part of the onboarding process.