Hands-On Assistant Restaurant Manager: Lead & Elevate Team

El Jannah; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

People-first culture

Leadership development

Fast-paced environment

Career pathways

Job summary

El Jannah in Sydney is seeking an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to support the Restaurant Manager with daily operations, service quality, safety and cleanliness. You will lead from the floor, coach the team and help deliver outstanding guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

You will play a hands-on role, managing rosters, onboarding new team members and contributing to strong commercial performance while upholding EJ Way values and a guest-first culture.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years' experience in a QSR or fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Proven experience leading or supporting teams in a leadership role.
• Strong communication and people leadership skills.
• Ability to lead calmly under pressure and maintain service standards.
• Solid knowledge of food safety, WHS and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support the Restaurant Manager in leading daily restaurant operations.
• Champion EJ Way with guest-first culture and high service standards.
• Lead, coach, inspire, energise and develop team members and Shift Leaders.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and performance management.
• Prepare and manage rosters in line with requirements and budgets.
• Oversee food safety, cleanliness and WHS standards.
• Manage stock levels, deliveries and inventory controls.
• Support payroll processes and administrative tasks.
• Help drive sales and control costs to meet KPIs.
• Build a positive, inclusive workplace and strong team engagement.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team leadership

Communication skills

People management

Time management

Job description

El Jannah in Sydney is seeking an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to support the Restaurant Manager with daily operations, service quality, safety and cleanliness. You will lead from the floor, coach the team and help deliver outstanding guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

You will play a hands-on role, managing rosters, onboarding new team members and contributing to strong commercial performance while upholding EJ Way values and a guest-first culture.