Assistant Restaurant Manager

A Mare; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $85,000–$90,000 + Super

Training & development

Career progression

EAP

Staff discounts

Job summary

Pavoni Plus Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced and passionate Assistant Restaurant Manager to join the leadership team across the a'Mare Italian Dining Precinct at Crown Sydney, home to a'Mare, Vista'Mare and Pizza'Mare.

Working alongside the Restaurant Manager and Precinct Manager, you will lead and develop a high-performing front‑of‑house team and ensure smooth day-to-day operations across one of Sydney's premier Italian dining destinations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a management or supervisory role within premium hospitality.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Current NSW RSA Certificate.
• Fluent English with excellent communication skills.
• Experience with premium or fine dining environments.
• Knowledge of Italian food, wine and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Support the Restaurant Manager in day-to-day operations.
• Lead, mentor and motivate front-of-house teams to deliver exceptional service.
• Ensure service standards across all shifts.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management.
• Manage guest feedback and resolve concerns professionally.
• Assist rostering, labour management and payroll accuracy.
• Collaborate with kitchen and bar teams for seamless service.
• Contribute to achieving financial targets through labour and cost control.
• Maintain compliance with Crown Sydney policies and WHS requirements.

Skills

Management experience

Leadership

Team development

Fluent English

Excellent grooming

Calm under pressure

Organisational skills

Hospitality compliance

Premium/fine dining

Hospitality awareness

Italian hospitality knowledge

Education

Formal hospitality qualifications

Tools

POS systems

SevenRooms

Job description

Join one of Sydney's most exciting hospitality destinations.

Pavoni Plus Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced and passionate Assistant Restaurant Manager to join the leadership team across the a'Mare Italian Dining Precinct at Crown Sydney, home to a'Mare, Vista'Mare, and Pizza'Mare.

Working alongside the Restaurant Manager & Precinct Manager, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional guest experiences, leading and developing a high-performing team, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across one of Sydney's premier Italian dining destinations.

Full Australian working rights

Preferred Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a management or supervisory role within premium hospitality
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Current NSW RSA Certificate
• Fluent English with excellent communication skills
• Exceptional grooming and presentation
• Ability to remain calm and decisive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Experience with POS systems and restaurant reservations
• Sound understanding of hospitality compliance and workplace health and safety
• Previous experience in premium or fine dining restaurants
• Experience with SevenRooms or similar reservation platforms
• Knowledge of Italian food, wine and hospitality
• Formal hospitality qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Restaurant Manager in the day-to-day operation of the restaurant
• Lead, mentor and motivate the front-of-house team to deliver exceptional service
• Ensure service standards are consistently maintained across all shifts
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management
• Manage guest feedback and resolve concerns professionally and efficiently
• Assist with rostering, labour management and payroll accuracy
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and inventory control
• Work closely with the kitchen and bar teams to ensure seamless service
• Assist in achieving financial targets through effective labour, wage and cost control
• Maintain compliance with Crown Sydney, food safety, RSA and workplace health and safety requirements
• Foster a positive team culture focused on professionalism, accountability and genuine hospitality

What We Offer

• Salary of $85,000–$90,000 + Superannuation, depending on experience
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career progression opportunities within Maestro Hospitality
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee benefits program and staff discounts across Maestro Hospitality venues

Work alongside some of Australia's leading hospitality professionals in an award-winning restaurant group

Please note that all successful applicants will be required to complete a Crown Sydney Police Compliance Check as part of the onboarding process.