Restaurant Manager

Remnic Investment (A25 Pizzeria); City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free food and tips

On-the-job training for Coeliac safety

Job summary

Remnic Investment (A25 Pizzeria) in Melbourne's South Yarra is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations, guest relations, and high standards of service in a high-end Italian setting. You will ensure gluten-free service, maintain Coeliac Australia accreditation, manage staff scheduling, budgets, and collaborate with the Head Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

RSA and Food Safety qualifications are required, and the role offers a competitive salary range

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or in a senior hospitality role.
• Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine, wine, and service etiquette.
• Experience working in a gluten-free or allergy-aware environment (preferred).
• RSA certification and Food Safety Supervisor certification; Coeliac Australia training or willingness to complete.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth, efficient service.
• Maintain Coeliac Australia accreditation requirements and gluten-free safety procedures.
• Recruit, train, roster and manage front-of-house staff for warm, professional service.
• Collaborate with Head Chef to ensure menu consistency, quality and dietary compliance.
• Manage reservations, guest relations and conflict resolution with a customer-first approach.
• Organise functions and events to ensure seamless execution.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Restaurant management

Italian cuisine knowledge

Gluten-free service

Leadership & team management

Budgeting & cost control

High-volume operations

Job description

Restaurant Manager

Location: South Yarra

Salary: Above Award $80,000- $90,000

Job Type: Full Time Position Only

About Us

We are an Italian high-end dining restaurant in the heart of South Yarra, specialising in artisan Italian food experience, and we’re looking for a friendly, professional, and enthusiastic experienced Restaurant Manager to join our team.

We pride ourselves on creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where guests can savour the true flavours of Italy, crafted with love and premium ingredients.

Our passionate team is dedicated to exceptional food, attentive service, and delivering memorable dining experiences.

As a ‘Coeliac Australia’ accredited restaurant, we are proud to offer a high-quality gluten-free menu that never compromises on taste.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service.


• Maintain and uphold Coeliac Australia accreditation requirements, including staff training and safe food handling procedures for gluten-free service.


• Recruit, train, roster, and manage front-of-house staff to deliver warm, professional, and efficient service.


• Collaborate with the Head Chef and kitchen team to ensure menu consistency, quality, and dietary compliance.


• Manage reservations, guest relations, and conflict resolution with a customer-first approach.


• Organising and coordinating functions/special events to ensure they are executed seamlessly and successfully


• Oversee stock control, supplier relationships, ordering, and inventory management.


• Monitor budgets, sales targets, and cost controls to maximise profitability.


• Conducting regular meetings with the Managing Director and providing clear, timely reports on restaurant operations


• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant venue in line with Occupational Health and Safety regulations


• Ensuring Food Safety procedures are followed.


• Overseeing waste management processes, ensuring correct recycling and sustainable disposal practices


• planning menus in consultation with Chefs


• planning and organising special functions


• arranging the purchasing and pricing of goods according to budget


• maintaining records of stock levels and financial transactions


• ensuring dining facilities comply with health regulations and are clean, functional and of suitable appearance


• conferring with customers to assess their satisfaction with meals and service


• selecting, training and supervising waiting and kitchen staff


• may take reservations, greet guests and assist in taking orders

Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in English


• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or in a senior hospitality role.


• Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine, wine, and service etiquette.


• Experience working in a gluten-free or allergy-aware food service environment (preferred but not essential if willing to train).


• Exceptional leadership, communication and team management skills.


• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.


• Financial literacy and understanding of budgeting, cost control and reporting.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification (required).


• Food Safety Supervisor certification (required or willing to obtain).


• Coeliac Australia training or willingness to complete.

Remuneration

• Salary $80,000 - $90,000

Benefits

• Free food and tips


• On-the-job training provided to serve Coeliac customers, with a focus on maintaining strict gluten-free safety standards