Restaurant Manager

597 Hawksburn; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent tips

Training & growth

Fixed roster with 2 days off

Work-life balance

Job summary

597 Hawksburn in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead front-of-house service at our new wine bar and dining concept opening January 2027. You will supervise a team, uphold exceptional guest experiences, and drive service excellence across a 35‑strong staff roster.

The role emphasizes knowledge of food and beverage, strong attention to detail, and a professional approach. The company offers a competitive salary with excellent tips, plus training and work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high-end guest service in a busy dining environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a professional approach.
• Ability to lead and develop a team of front-of-house staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-of-house service during peak times.
• Manage roster for up to 35 staff.
• Maintain dining room standards and guest experience.
• Assist owner with daily operations and scheduling.
• Drive sales and ensure exceptional customer service.

Skills

Service & F&B

Management experience

Team leadership

Education

Hospitality Diploma

WSET training

CMS training

Job description

597 Hawksburn is a new restaurant and wine bar opening in January 2027 nestled in the leafy village of Hawksburn offering guests a memorable dining experience in Melbourne.

ABOUT OUR RESTAURANTS

Donovans is an iconic restaurant right on the beach of St Kilda offering guests a memorable dining experience in Melbourne. With a bay side view, beautiful Mediterranean inspired food and the special relaxed atmosphere of the restaurant, Donovans is where you will feel at home

Privately owned and enjoying it’s 30th birthday in 2027, it has long been celebrated and identified with attentive, professional and friendly service.

Donovans is a place to call home. A place to belong, feel welcome and create special memories.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

You will receive a attractive salary and receive excellent tips in addition! The business will also help cover costs for further training and professional growth, a fixed roster with 2 consecutive days off – great work life balance.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• An individual with a strong focus on service and knowledge in both food and beverage.
• Previous Management experience in a similar environment with an strong attention to detail.
• The want to work with a professional team in an iconic Melbourne restaurant
• Friendly, professional people.
• An individual to challenge themselves in a 300 strong award winning wine list.
• Hospitality Diploma and a minimum 2 years in a similar role and environment for experience.
• WSET and CMS training is desired but not essential.

THE ROLE: Manager

• Responsible for service and sales.
• Delivering exceptional customer service when acting in the role of the restaurant’s Supervisor.
• Maintaining the dining room to be an acceptable level at all times.
• Maintaining and exceeding guest expectations.
• Assisting the Owner with daily and weekly restaurant operations.
• To capably lead FOH staff members during service.
• Implementing and managing a roster of up to 35 staff
• Closing Procedures of the Restaurant

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a restaurant manager?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How many years of Food Service experience do you have?