Full-Time Restaurant Managers

Elpiet Projects Pty Ltd T/A Vaporetto Bar And Eatery; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Venue discounts

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

ElPiet Projects Pty Ltd T/A Vaporetto Bar and Eatery in Hawthorn, VIC, is hiring three Restaurant Managers for lunch, dinner and late-night service. Permanent full-time roles (38 hours/week) with a salary of $80,000–$85,000 per year plus superannuation.

You will lead front-of-house, bar and kitchen teams, ensure safety and compliance, and drive guest experiences. Strong leadership and budgeting skills are essential, along with RSA (Victoria) and food safety knowledge.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in Hospitality Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as Restaurant, Café or Venue Manager.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and direct daily restaurant and bar operations across lunch, dinner and late-night service.
• Recruit, train, roster, supervise and manage front-of-house, bar and kitchen staff.
• Plan menus with Head Chef, set pricing in line with budgets, control costs and wastage.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Staff supervision

Budgeting

Education

Diploma or higher in Hospitality Management

3+ years as Restaurant/venue Manager

Tools

POS systems

MS Office

Roster systems

Job description

Restaurant Managers - 3

ElPiet Projects Pty Ltd T/A Vaporetto Bar and Eatery

• Position: Restaurant Manager (3 positions)
• Employment type: Permanent full-time (38 hours per week)
• Salary: $80,000 – $85,000 per year plus superannuation
• Location: Hawthorn VIC 3122

About Us

Vaporetto Bar and Eatery is a lively Hawthorn favourite, known for great food, a buzzing bar and memorable functions. As we continue to grow, we are looking for three experienced Restaurant Managers to help run the show across our lunch, dinner and late-night service.

If you love leading a team, creating outstanding guest experiences and running a tight, profitable venue, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and direct daily restaurant and bar operations across lunch, dinner and late-night service, including opening and closing procedures
• Recruit, train, roster, supervise and manage the performance of front‑of‑house and bar staff, and kitchen staff in consultation with the Head Chef
• Plan menus with the Head Chef, set pricing in line with budgets, and control food and beverage costs and wastage
• Order and manage stock, check deliveries and negotiate with suppliers
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements
• Ensure compliance with liquor licensing and Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) requirements
• Implement and monitor venue policies and procedures
• Meet with customers to plan functions, events and special bookings, and oversee them on the day
• Oversee cash handling, POS operations and daily takings reconciliation
• Monitor budgets, sales and labour costs, and prepare operational reports for ownership
• Contribute to marketing, promotions and specials to grow sales
• Handle customer feedback and complaints to maintain high service standards

Skills and Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in Hospitality Management or a related field, OR at least 3 years’ experience as a Restaurant, Café or Venue Manager
• Proven experience supervising, rostering and training front‑of‑house and bar staff
• Strong skills in budgeting, cost control, stock control and reporting
• Good knowledge of food safety, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and liquor licensing requirements
• Experience using POS (point‑of‑sale), rostering and booking systems, plus MS Office
• Current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate (Victoria)
• Food Safety Supervisor certificate, or willingness to obtain one
• Strong leadership, communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays on a rotating roster

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary of $80,000 – $85,000 plus superannuation
• Permanent full‑time role with a stable and growing business
• Staff meals and venue discounts
• A real say in menus, events and how the venue runs
• A supportive, friendly team culture
• Career progression opportunities as we expand