Assistant Restaurant Manager

Esteban Restaurant; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + tips

50% staff discount across Atticus Ven​

Supportive management team

Training and career progression

Job summary

Esteban Restaurant in Sydney’s CBD is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager to join the front‑of‑house management team. This full‑time role offers a competitive salary and tips, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences and leading a high‑performing team.

You will work closely with the Venue Manager to uphold Esteban’s service standards, manage daily operations, and contribute to ongoing improvements in service, menus and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a supervisory or junior management role within hospitality.
• Current NSW RSA and competency card.
• Good knowledge of wine and spirits; Tequila and Mezcal knowledge is highly regarded.
• Strong communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• Genuine passion for hospitality and guest experiences.
• Ability to work confidently in a fast-paced, premium dining environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the front-of-house team during service.
• Assist with daily operations including opening and closing procedures.
• Oversee nightly financial reconciliation and management reporting.
• Maintain high standards of service, presentation and guest satisfaction.
• Support the training and development of junior team members.
• Work closely with the management team to improve operations.
• Contribute ideas and feedback on service, menus and guest experience.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

Education

NSW RSA & competency card

Job description

Assistant Restaurant Manager – Esteban Restaurant

Full-Time | Sydney CBD | Competitive Salary + Tips

Esteban is a One-Hatted modern Mexican restaurant located in a beautifully restored heritage printing press building in the heart of Sydney’s CBD.

Known for our live-fire cooking over a custom-built parrilla, exceptional Australian produce, and one of the largest Tequila and Mezcal collections in Australia, we pride ourselves on delivering memorable dining experiences through genuine hospitality and attentive service.

As part of the growing Atticus Hospitality group, we are looking for a passionate and motivated Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our front-of-house management team.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Supervisor or junior Assistant Manager looking to take the next step in their hospitality career.

Working closely with the Venue Manager and an experienced management team, you will play an important role in the day-to-day operations of the restaurant, supporting the team and maintaining the high service standards Esteban is known for.

We are looking for someone who leads by example, enjoys being on the floor, takes initiative and is eager to learn and develop.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supervisory or junior management role within hospitality.

Current NSW RSA and competency card.

Good knowledge of wine and spirits; an interest in Tequila and Mezcal is highly regarded.

Strong communication, organisational and leadership skills.

A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Ability to work confidently in a fast-paced, premium dining environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support the front-of-house team during service.

Assist with the daily operations of the restaurant, including opening and closing procedures.

Oversee nightly financial reconciliation and management reporting.

Maintain high standards of service, presentation and guest satisfaction.

Support the training and development of junior team members.

Work closely with the management team to continuously improve operations.

Contribute ideas and feedback on service, menus and the overall guest experience.

What We Offer

Competitive salary package plus excellent tips.

50% staff discount across all Atticus Hospitality venues, including Esteban, Tequila Mockingbird and Elliott’s.

Supportive, experienced management team.

Genuine opportunities for training, development and career progression.

The opportunity to grow within an expanding hospitality group.

A positive team environment with a strong focus on staff development and long-term retention.

If you are passionate about hospitality, enjoy leading a team and are ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.