Assistant Restaurant Manager

seek.com.au; Geelong; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Superannuation

Job summary

SEEK Geelong in Australia is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager who brings vibrant energy, leads by example and creates an exceptional guest experience for both guests and team members. This hands-on leadership role keeps you in the mix, supporting your team, looking after guests and helping the restaurant perform at its best. This is a fast-paced environment that values service, teamwork and consistency.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in hospitality.
• A genuine passion for people and hospitality.
• A hands-on approach and willingness to jump in wherever needed.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.
• A positive mindset and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Leading shifts and creating a positive, high-energy environment.
• Supporting, coaching and developing your team to be their best.
• Making sure every guest leaves with a great experience and a reason to come back.
• Keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly during busy services.
• Maintaining high standards across food safety, cleanliness and compliance.
• Building a strong team culture where people feel supported, valued and motivated.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Hands-on approach

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Job description

Love hospitality? Love leading a team? Looking for a role where you can actually enjoy coming to work?

We're on the hunt for an Assistant Restaurant Manager who brings great energy, leads by example and knows how to create an awesome experience for both guests and team members.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where no two days are the same. You'll be right in the mix, supporting your team, looking after guests and helping the restaurant perform at its best.

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Love hospitality? Love leading a team? Looking for a role where you can actually enjoy coming to work?

We're on the hunt for an Assistant Restaurant Manager who brings great energy, leads by example and knows how to create an awesome experience for both guests and team members.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where no two days are the same. You'll be right in the mix, supporting your team, looking after guests and helping the restaurant perform at its best.

What you'll be doing

• Leading shifts and creating a positive, high‑energy environment.

• Supporting, coaching and developing your team to be their best.

• Making sure every guest leaves with a great experience and a reason to come back.

• Keeping day‑to‑day operations running smoothly during busy services.

• Maintaining high standards across food safety, cleanliness and compliance.

• Building a strong team culture where people feel supported, valued and motivated.

What you'll bring

• Experience leading teams in a restaurant, café or fast‑paced hospitality environment.

• A genuine passion for people and hospitality.

• A hands‑on approach and willingness to jump in wherever needed.

• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.

• A positive mindset and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

Why you'll love it here

• $65,000 - $80,000 + Super + Bonus

• Real work‑life balance because hospitality shouldn't mean living at work.

• Work with a team that knows how to work hard and have a laugh along the way.

• Career development and genuine opportunities to grow with the business.

• Be part of a restaurant that's connected to its local community and passionate about great food.