Premium Restaurant Assistant Manager CBD

Lucas Collective; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Noẽma, Lucas Collective’s latest Mediterranean dining concept in Melbourne's CBD, is seeking an exceptional Assistant Manager to shape culture, lead high-performing teams and deliver memorable guest experiences.

The successful candidate will bring premium restaurant management experience, strong operations knowledge, and a passion for coaching teams; opening or closing shifts and flexible hours are expected.

Qualifications

• Management experience in a premium à la carte restaurant.
• Strong operational knowledge across compliance, labour, rostering, attendance, stock and inventory systems.
• A passion for developing, coaching, and inspiring high-performing teams.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent communication, organisation and time management skills.
• Restaurant opening experience is highly regarded but not essential.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, public holidays, and opening or closing shifts.
• A qualification in Hospitality, Management, or related discipline is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape culture across premium dining venues.
• Manage high-performing teams and coach for excellence.
• Oversee rostering, attendance, stock, and compliance processes.
• Ensure superior guest experiences and smooth service flow.

Skills

Management experience

Operational knowledge

Team development

Guest experience

Communication

Flexibility

Opening/closing shifts

Education

Hospitality/Management qualification (advantageous)

Job description

Noẽma, Lucas Collective’s latest Mediterranean dining concept in Melbourne's CBD, is seeking an exceptional Assistant Manager to shape culture, lead high-performing teams and deliver memorable guest experiences.

The successful candidate will bring premium restaurant management experience, strong operations knowledge, and a passion for coaching teams; opening or closing shifts and flexible hours are expected.