Restaurant Manager

Employer Sponsored Jobs; Red Hill; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship available

Job summary

BuildRight Construction AU is seeking an accomplished hospitality professional to lead premium restaurant service in a high-end farm-to-table environment in Victoria. You will own the front-of-house guest journey, drive service standards, and mentor staff to deliver refined, guest-focused experiences in a venue that blends hospitality with food integrity.

The role requires international hospitality exposure, leadership capability and a strong wine knowledge, with sponsorship available for

Qualifications

• Strong background in fine dining, premium hospitality or internationally recognised restaurant environments.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver refined, structured and guest-focused service.
• Proven leadership capability with experience training, mentoring and developing hospitality teams.
• Knowledge of wine and ability to guide guests through an international wine selection.

Responsibilities

• Lead premium restaurant service and set a consistent standard for professionalism and attention to detail.
• Take responsibility for the complete front-of-house guest journey, from reservations through to final service.
• Manage reservations, seating arrangements, guest preferences and VIP recognition.
• Build strong relationships with guests through confident, professional and personalised communication.
• Lead by example on the restaurant floor and remain actively involved during service.
• Coach and develop front-of-house employees through structured training and feedback.

Skills

Fine dining hospitality

Guest-focused service

Team leadership

Wine knowledge

Job description

Discussed at interview Visa sponsorship

Employer: BuildRight Construction AU

About the role

This opportunity is designed for an established hospitality professional whose experience, service standards and leadership capability can be clearly demonstrated and verified.

The role goes beyond simply managing a restaurant floor. You will be trusted to represent the venue, lead the guest experience and ensure the front-of-house operation performs consistently to a premium standard. Your background in fine dining, international hospitality, team leadership and wine service will be central to your success.

Working in a high-end farm-to-table environment in Victoria, you will take ownership of service delivery while contributing to staff development, operational efficiency, cost control and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead premium restaurant service and set a consistent standard for professionalism, pace and attention to detail
• Take responsibility for the complete front-of-house guest journey, from reservations through to final service
• Manage reservations, seating arrangements, guest preferences, VIP recognition and special occasions
• Build strong relationships with guests through confident, professional and personalised communication
• Lead by example on the restaurant floor and remain actively involved during service
• Coach and develop front-of-house employees through structured training, feedback and ongoing support
• Conduct pre-service meetings and ensure all team members understand daily priorities and service expectations
• Coordinate front-of-house activities with the kitchen team to maintain efficient and seamless service
• Review staffing requirements and prepare rosters based on bookings, events, seasonality and business demand
• Monitor labour utilisation and contribute to effective control of operating costs
• Manage beverage, consumable and service-stock requirements and coordinate timely ordering
• Monitor wastage, breakage and stock usage while identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency
• Maintain accurate operational standards and support daily performance reporting
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, workplace health and safety and responsible service requirements
• Maintain compliance with venue procedures, licensing obligations and applicable regulations

Requirements & eligibility

• Strong background in fine dining, premium hospitality or internationally recognised restaurant environments
• Demonstrated ability to deliver refined, structured and guest-focused service
• International hospitality experience will be highly regarded
• Proven leadership capability with experience training, mentoring and developing hospitality teams
• Strong understanding of labour planning, stock management, operational costs and compliance
• Confident knowledge of wine and ability to guide guests through an international wine selection
• Additional European language capability will be advantageous
• Professional, composed and decisive approach to leadership
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistently high service standards
• Ability to demonstrate and verify relevant professional experience and qualifications
• International candidates may be considered for employer sponsorship where eligibility requirements are met

Special instructions

Sponsorship availability is subject to applicable Australian visa and employment requirements.