Assistant Restaurant Manager | Maison Bâtard

Lucas Collective; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Maison Bâtard in Melbourne's CBD, part of Lucas Collective, seeks an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead frontline teams and deliver memorable guest experiences across a premium dining environment. You will mentor FOH staff and partner with senior management on daily operations.

You will drive training programs, manage performance, and uphold service standards while coordinating with stock and attendance systems to ensure smooth service and financial performance.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in premium a-la-carte venues.
• Strong guest-service focus and presentation skills.
• Excellent communication and team engagement abilities.
• Experience with attendance/time-tracking and stock management systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional guest service and lead FOH teams.
• Coach and mentor Supervisors & Assistant Managers.
• Drive training and development across the team.
• Assist senior management with operational and financial tasks.
• Manage people, performance, and compliance processes.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Communication

Time & Attendance

Stock management

Tools

POS systems

Job description

• Join a Renowned Hospitality Group
• Awarded Best New Restaurant by Gourmet Traveller

About Maison Bâtard:

Maison Bâtard is a celebration of modern French culture, uniquely imagined for Melbourne. Housed in a meticulously restored heritage building at 23 Bourke Street, this four-level venue features a showpiece restaurant, a late-night supper club in the basement, and an elegant rooftop terrace — delivering immersive French-accented dining and memorable guest experiences.

About Lucas Collective:

Formerly known as Lucas Restaurants, Lucas Collective is a founder-owned hospitality group led by restaurateur Chris Lucas. The collective is home to some of Australia’s most iconic dining, bar, and event destinations, including Chin Chin, Society, Grill Americano, Yakimono, Hawker Hall, Kisume and more.

About the Opportunity:

We’re seeking an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead the team at Maison Bâtard. This is your chance to shape exceptional guest experiences, develop a talented team, and be part of a dynamic, high-profile venue in Melbourne’s CBD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the delivery of exceptional guest service at all times
• Coach and mentor FOH staff, Supervisors & Assistant Managers
• Drive training & development programs across the team
• Assist senior management with operational and financial tasks
• Manage people, performance, and compliance processes

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a leadership role within a premium a-la-carte venue
• Strong leadership with a focus on team engagement
• Exceptional service skills and guest focus
• Highly adaptable, able to perform under pressure
• Strong organisational, communication, and presentation skills
• Experience with Time & Attendance and stock management systems

Working with Lucas Collective:

At Lucas Collective, we champion growth. We recognise talent, celebrate success and create space for individuals to thrive, proudly offering a culture that’s inclusive, inspiring and grounded in respect. Our tailored training approach marries on-the-floor experience with our own digital education platform and we offer access to an array of career-changing opportunities.