Assistant Restaurant Manager

Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Flexible rosters

Leadership development

Training program

Meal discount

Uniforms

Team events

Employee assistance

Career progression

Job summary

Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen in Melbourne is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager to support the Restaurant Manager with day-to-day operations, guide the team through busy service, and drive guest satisfaction.

You will spearhead crew training, contribute to inventory and finances, and help lead KPI delivery while promoting a safe, inclusive work environment.

This role offers a competitive salary with bonus, flexible rosters, and strong career progression within a vibrant Mexican kitchen.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record of delivering outstanding customer service.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Past success in achieving and driving KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Restaurant Manager with day-to-day operations.
• Guide the team through busy service periods.
• Lead crew training and development.
• Contribute to inventory and finances.

Skills

Leadership in fast-paced

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

KPI achievement

Job description

Job Description

At Guzman y Gomez, we believe in authentic flavors and the power of food to bring people together. As an Assistant Restaurant Manager at GYG, you will be supporting the Restaurant Manager with day-to-day operations, as well as guiding the team through bustling service periods. You will spearhead crew training, elevate the guest experience, and contribute to the management of inventory and finances.

What's in it for me?

• Competitivesalary + bonus structure
• Flexible rosters and employment stability - talk to us about what work life balance means to you
• Opportunities for advancing your leadership abilities – level up to Restaurant Management and beyond
• A comprehensive training program and support to set you up for success
• Heavily discounted GYG meals
• Free and comfortable GYG uniforms and exclusive merch
• Team building activities and regular crew competitions
• Cultural celebrations including Day of the Dead & Cinco de Mayo to name a few
• We've got your back with Sonder - a comprehensive employee assistance program, here to support you and your family
• The chance to join our Hola Central team or become a Franchisee!

We appreciate diverse experience, but specifically we are looking for candidates that have:

• Leadership experience in a fast-paced, high-energy setting
• Proven track record of delivering outstanding customer service
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Past success in achieving and driving KPI’s

We’re committed to providing a safe and secure environment for our team and guests. To support this commitment, we may conduct background checks including Police Checks and employment verification as part of our recruitment process.