Restaurant Manager

seek.com.au; Canberra; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real work-life balance

Growth culture

Career progression

Job summary

SEEK is seeking a Restaurant Manager in Canberra to drive high standards of guest experience, food safety, and operational excellence across every shift.

Lead and coach a committed team, manage rosters, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with safety and quality requirements to deliver memorable dining experiences.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in restaurant, café, or QSR management.
• A passion for hospitality and genuine people leadership.
• A guest-first mindset with a hands-on approach.
• Strong focus on compliance, safety, and quality.
• Professionalism, resilience, and a drive to deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Lead with confidence – set the tone for every shift.
• Deliver exceptional service – make guests feel valued.
• Coach and develop your team – build a high‑performing crew.
• Keep operations smooth – oversee rosters and day‑to‑day efficiency.
• Champion compliance – uphold food safety and quality standards.

Skills

People leadership

Guest service

Compliance focus

Operations management

Resilience

Job description

This is your chance to make an impact - driving high standards in compliance, food safety, and unforgettable guest experiences every day.

Restaurant Manager

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead with confidence – Bring energy and positivity, setting the tone for every shift.

• Deliver exceptional service – Every guest leaves feeling valued and cared for.

• Coach and develop your team – Inspire and grow a motivated, high-performing crew.

• Keep operations smooth – Oversee rosters, performance, and day-to-day efficiency.

• Champion compliance – Maintain the highest standards in food safety and quality.

What You’ll Bring

• 2+ years’ experience in restaurant, café, or QSR management.

• A passion for hospitality and genuine people leadership.

• A guest-first mindset with a hands-on approach.

• Strong focus on compliance, safety, and quality.

• Professionalism, resilience, and a drive to deliver results.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• $80,000 – $95,000 (dependent on experience) + Super + Bonus

• Real work-life balance – We believe success should be sustainable.

• A culture built on fun, teamwork, and growth.

• Genuine career progression with a brand that’s growing fast.