Assistant Restaurant Manager

Guzman y Gomez; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional company culture

Career growth opportunities

Quarterly bonus scheme

Free uniform

Generous meal discounts

Exclusive merchandise

Job summary

A fast-food restaurant company in Queensland seeks an Assistant Restaurant Manager. You will support daily management, lead the team during busy times, and enhance the guest experience. Ideal candidates have experience in high-volume hospitality and exceptional communication skills. The role offers career growth, a supportive culture, and various perks, including free uniforms and a quarterly bonus scheme. Join a dynamic team passionate about delivering high-quality fresh food.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a high-volume hospitality environment.
• Excellent communication and guest service focus.
• Passion for inspiring and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Support daily management of the restaurant.
• Lead the team through busy service periods.
• Proactively improve guest experience.
• Support inventory and financial management as required.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Leadership in high volume hospitality

Team development and inspiration

Education

Responsible Service of Alcohol

Food Safety Supervisor

Provide First Aid

Job description

At Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, our mission has always been to reinvent fast‑food. We’re Australia’s only fast‑food restaurant to be 100% clean, meaning there are no added preservatives, artificial flavours, added colours or unacceptable additives in our food. We’re incredibly proud of our amazing people, and the unique way we celebrate Mexican culture in everything we do.

Job Description

As the Assistant Restaurant Manager, you’ll be responsible for supporting the daily management of the restaurant. You will be leading the team through busy service periods, crew training, proactively improving guest experience, and supporting inventory and financial management as required.

We appreciate experience comes in many shapes and sizes, what we mean specifically is:

• Experience leading a team within a busy, high volume hospitality environment
• Exceptional communication skills
• Passion for inspiring, leading and developing your team

We’re incredibly proud of our amazing people and always have each other’s backs. Whether you’re working in restaurant, at our Hola Central head office or as one of our partners, we are so passionate about living our values every single day.

These are just some of the benefits that come with working at GYG:

• Exceptional company culture
• Career growth – Australia and internationally
• Opportunity to become a franchisee
• Quarterly bonus scheme
• Free uniform

At Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, our mission has always been to reinvent fast‑food. Since we opened our first restaurant in 2006, we’ve been OBSESSED with food, bringing the incredible energy of Mexican culture to Australians across the country during breakfast, lunch and dinner, committed to serving the freshest fast food with the best local ingredients.

Ready to join the family? Apply now to start the conversation.

Qualifications

Previous Quick Service Restaurant experience preferred (particularly Drive Thru)

Responsible Service of Alcohol

Food Safety Supervisor

Provide First Aid

Additional Information

Career Growth & Opportunities:As Australia's fastest‑growing restaurant company, GYG offers potential for advancement and career development, even beyond restaurant roles.

Supportive Culture:Join a positive, supportive, and team‑first culture where people care for each other and feel heard.

Benefits & Perks:Enjoy free uniforms, access to exclusive merchandise, generous discounts on GYG meals, and employee referral programs.

Dynamic Environment:GYG provides a fast‑paced, energetic, and dynamic work environment that can be exciting for those looking for a busy atmosphere.

Focus on Food Quality: There's a strong emphasis on providing high‑quality, fresh ingredients, which is a significant positive for both customers and employees.