Assistant Restaurant Manager — Lead a Dynamic QSR Team

El Jannah Stores; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

El Jannah Stores in Smithfield, Australia, is seeking an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to support daily restaurant operations and lead from the floor alongside the Restaurant Manager.

You will champion a guest-first culture, develop team members, oversee food safety and cleanliness, and contribute to strong commercial performance. If you thrive in a fast-paced QSR environment, this role offers growth with a growing national brand.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years’ experience in a QSR or fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Proven experience leading teams in a leadership role.
• Strong communication and people leadership skills.
• A calm, confident approach with the ability to lead under pressure.
• Sound understanding of food safety, WHS and operational compliance.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• A genuine passion for food, people and guest experience.
• Availability to work flexible rosters, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Restaurant Manager in leading daily restaurant operations.
• Championing the EJ Way, a guest-first culture and ensuring consistently high service standards.
• Leading, coaching, inspiring, energising and developing team members and Shift Leaders.
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and performance management.
• Preparing and managing rosters in line with operational requirements, labour budgets and compliance.
• Overseeing food safety, cleanliness and WHS standards.
• Managing stock levels, deliveries and inventory controls.
• Supporting payroll processes and administrative tasks.
• Helping drive sales, manage costs and deliver against restaurant KPIs.
• Building strong team engagement and a positive, inclusive workplace.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Hospitality experience

Food safety

WHS

Roster planning

Job description

El Jannah Stores in Smithfield, Australia, is seeking an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to support daily restaurant operations and lead from the floor alongside the Restaurant Manager.

You will champion a guest-first culture, develop team members, oversee food safety and cleanliness, and contribute to strong commercial performance. If you thrive in a fast-paced QSR environment, this role offers growth with a growing national brand.