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We’re opening a brand-new Mediterranean venue in early June on Phillip Street, and we’re looking for an experienced, customer-focused Restaurant Manager to join the founding team.

This venue will deliver Greek-influenced Mediterranean cuisine in a premium CBD setting, operating within a corporate environment (Monday to Friday, lunch and dinner service), with plans to expand into functions and events.

As Restaurant Manager, you will play a critical leadership role on the floor, working closely with the Head Chef to ensure a seamless connection between kitchen and service, and delivering a consistently high-quality guest experience.

You’ll be responsible for building the front-of-house team, setting service standards, and establishing the culture and rhythm of the venue from day one.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading day-to-day restaurant operations and service
• Working closely with the Head Chef to align service flow and guest experience
• Recruiting, training, and developing a high-performing FOH team
• Delivering exceptional, customer-focused service standards
• Managing reservations, floor planning, and service execution
• Driving team culture, performance, and accountability
• Handling guest feedback and resolving issues professionally
• Managing rosters, labour costs, and operational efficiency
• Supporting the growth of functions and events service

This is an opportunity to shape the front-of-house experience from launch in a premium, well-structured environment.

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager in a premium or high-quality venue
• Strong customer-first mindset with a passion for hospitality
• Ability to work collaboratively with kitchen leadership, particularly the Head Chef
• Demonstrated leadership and team development experience
• Strong understanding of service standards, floor management, and operations
• Experience managing labour, costs, and daily service execution
• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in corporate or weekday-focused venues (advantageous)
• Exposure to functions/events service (preferred)