Restaurant Manager
Accredited Employer · Noosa Heads, Sunshine Coast QLD · Full-time
Salary: Discussed at interview
Job description
An established hospitality business in Queensland is seeking a Restaurant Manager who can demonstrate more than job titles — we are looking for evidence of genuine leadership, operational responsibility and consistent performance. This position is suited to a hands-on hospitality professional who has successfully managed teams, maintained service standards and handled the practical demands of a busy restaurant. Your previous experience will be an important part of the selection process. Candidates should be able to demonstrate a credible employment history, relevant qualifications where applicable and genuine responsibility for the work they have performed. In this role, you will take an active part in managing restaurant operations, developing staff and ensuring guests receive a consistently high standard of service.
Key responsibilities
- Take operational responsibility for the restaurant on a day-to-day basis
- Lead front-of-house operations and supervise service delivery
- Coordinate and support restaurant staff throughout each shift
- Train, coach and develop employees to meet expected standards
- Build a professional, cooperative and accountable team
- Prepare staff rosters according to business requirements
- Monitor staffing levels and labour utilisation
- Coordinate with the kitchen team to maintain efficient service
- Maintain consistent guest service and hospitality standards
- Manage reservations, enquiries and customer interactions
- Handle feedback and resolve service concerns appropriately
- Monitor stock levels and restaurant inventory
- Maintain accurate operational and relevant financial records
- Assist with menu updates and seasonal service changes
- Identify practical ways to improve service and restaurant operations
- Maintain presentation, cleanliness and workplace standards
- Ensure compliance with food safety, licensing and WH&S requirements
- Support management with ongoing operational and business improvements
Requirements
- Minimum two years of relevant full-time Restaurant Manager experience and/or a relevant diploma
- Demonstrated experience managing restaurant operations
- Proven ability to lead and supervise hospitality teams
- Verifiable employment history supporting the experience claimed
- Ability to provide relevant employment and qualification evidence
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective team leadership and staff-development skills
- Experience managing staff rosters and operational requirements
- Understanding of labour management and restaurant cost control
- Strong customer service and problem-solving ability
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment
- Professional and accountable approach to workplace responsibilities
- Genuine interest in hospitality leadership and team development
- Ability to maintain high standards of service, presentation and cleanliness
- Must meet applicable sponsorship and visa eligibility requirements
- Sponsorship Available: Yes, for suitable eligible candidates.
Visa sponsorship: Accredited Employer Sponsorship provided.
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