Restaurant Manager

Arthur; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jane is a neighbourhood restaurant and wine bar in Surry Hills seeking a capable Restaurant Manager to lead the floor and shape warm, confident service. You will work closely with the team to ensure smooth operations behind the scenes and a welcoming guest experience.

You’ll build a strong team culture, manage rosters and guest communications, and play an active role in curating the wine and cocktail program with the Head Chef and owners.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in restaurant management or a senior FOH role.
• Genuine interest in wine and cocktails.
• Confident, hands-on approach to service.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Able to lead, train and support a team.
• Curious, proactive and able to contribute ideas.
• Careful attention to detail to create great guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead the floor and set the standard for service.
• Build a positive, engaged team culture through training and day-to-day leadership.
• Manage rosters, bookings and guest communications.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and owners on menus, service and development of the restaurant.
• Contribute to wine list curation and development of cocktails.
• Oversee beverage ordering, stock and invoices.
• Maintain venue presentation and compliance standards.
• Be present with guests and ensure a warm, thoughtful experience.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Mentoring and training

Guest experience focus

Initiative

Job description

Lead the team at one of Surry Hills' favourite neighbourhood restaurants

About Us

Jane, the sister venue to Arthur, is a neighbourhood restaurant and wine bar offering a relaxed and refined take on Australian dining.

Tucked away in the backstreets of Surry Hills, Jane is known for its ingredient-led menu, thoughtful wine and cocktail program, and genuine hospitality.

We’re looking for a capable and committed Restaurant Manager to join our small team and play a key role in the continued development of the restaurant.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to become an important part of a small, hands-on team and have a genuine influence on the way Jane operates and feels.

You’ll be the person leading the room day to day — working closely with the team to create warm, confident and considered service, while making sure the restaurant runs smoothly behind the scenes. From building a strong team culture and developing your staff, to managing the flow of service and working closely with the kitchen, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to make your mark.

We’re also looking for someone with a genuine interest in wine and cocktails. Jane has a considered but approachable beverage offering, and this role will give you the opportunity to have an active hand in shaping it — helping to curate the wine list, develop seasonal cocktails, work with suppliers and build the team's knowledge along the way.

You’ll work closely with the Head Chef and owners, with plenty of opportunity to contribute ideas and improve the way we do things. Whether that’s refining a service, introducing a new wine, developing a cocktail, improving a roster or finding a better way to look after the team, we want someone who enjoys being involved and taking initiative.

It’s a role for someone who enjoys the balance of hospitality, leadership and creativity — someone who wants to be part of a restaurant rather than simply manage one.

The Role

• Lead the floor and set the standard for service
• Build a positive and engaged team culture through training, mentoring and strong day-to-day leadership
• Manage rosters, bookings and guest communications
• Work closely with the Head Chef and owners on menus, service and the ongoing development of the restaurant
• Contribute to the curation of the wine list and development of the cocktail offering
• Manage beverage ordering, stock and invoices
• Maintain venue presentation and compliance standards
• Be present and engaged with guests, ensuring a warm and thoughtful experience

What We’re Looking For

• 2-3 years' experience in restaurant management or a senior FOH role
• A genuine interest in wine and cocktails
• A confident, hands-on approach to service
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Someone who enjoys leading, training and supporting a team
• Someone who is curious, takes initiative and wants to contribute ideas
• A person who cares about the details and takes pride in creating a great guest experience

Please note, sponsorship is not available for this position.