Assistant Restaurant Manager - Parkmore SC

Nando's Australia & New Zealand; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonus up to AUD 6,000/yr

Free meals when you work

Discounts for friends and family

Flexible rosters with weekends off

6-week onboarding program

Assistant Manager meetups

Growth opportunities in management

Team nights out

Wellness resources

8 weeks parental leave

Refer-a-friend bonus

Community support

Job summary

Nando’s Australia & New Zealand is seeking a results-driven restaurant leader to oversee daily operations at a Melbourne-area location. You’ll coach a diverse team, set the pace, and ensure a welcoming, high-energy environment.

You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with your crew, manage rosters with weekends off, participate in onboarding, and explore growth into regional or support roles. The role rewards leadership with strong pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be legally eligible to work in Australia; 18+ to supervise a restaurant.
• Certifications such as liquor accreditation, First Aid, CPR, and manager accreditation as required by local laws.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, run a welcoming restaurant, and inspire a team of staff.
• Set the vibe and pace by working shoulder-to-shoulder with the crew.
• Coach the team to deliver the Nando’s experience for new and loyal guests.
• Energize atmosphere and operations to ensure every shift is brilliant.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team development

People skills

Education

Liquor accreditation

First Aid

CPR

Manager accreditation

Job description

At Nando’s, it's all about the people, with chicken on the side! Be yourself, lead a fun, diverse team, and turn every day into something extraordinary!

What You’ll Do

• Lead the Charge: Oversee daily operations, run a beautiful and welcoming restaurant, and inspire a team of legends.
• Set the Vibe: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with your crew, setting the tone and driving the pace.
• Inspire Greatness: Coach your team to deliver the unforgettable Nando’s experience for both new and loyal Nando’s fans.
• Own the Flame: Energize the atmosphere and operations, ensuring every shift is brilliant and full of energy.

What’s in It for You?

• Spice Up Your Pay: A juicy base salary & bonus that adds an extra kick of up to $6,000 annually.
• Free Nando’s: meals when you work + discounts for friends and family.
• Flexibility: Balanced rosters with set weekends off and no overnight shifts.
• Job Support: A 6-week onboarding program, regular Assistant Manager meetups, and ongoing support to help you set up for success and thrive.
• Growth Opportunities: Develop your skills and advance—step into expanding Restaurant Management roles or explore opportunities in Restaurant Support.
• Fun: Team nights out and legendary company gatherings.
• Wellness Support: Access to mental health, nutrition, fitness, and financial resources, plus 8 weeks paid parental leave.
• Bring Your Crew: Earn $1000+ for successful salaried referrals!
• Purpose: Help make a difference through community support, sustainability, and social inclusion.

We’re Looking For Leaders Who

• Love coaching and developing people.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment.
• Run the restaurant brilliantly with creativity, leadership, and a flair for problem-solving.
• Share our values: Pride, Passion, Courage, Integrity, and Family.

The Boring (but Important) Stuff

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia/New Zealand and be 18+ to manage/supervise a restaurant.
• You’ll work with all Nando’s ingredients and obtain/hold certifications like liquor accreditation, First Aid, CPR, and manager accreditation, as required by local legislation.

Ready to Fire It Up?

Join Nando’s and kickstart your leadership journey with us. Let’s make every day extraordinary—