Assistant Restaurant Manager — Team Leader & Ops

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

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.