Restaurant Manager — Brasserie & Private Dining Lead

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Botanical Hotel in Melbourne is seeking a driven Restaurant Manager to lead our Brasserie, bar and private dining services, ensuring seamless hospitality and high standards.

You will work with Operations Manager, chefs and FOH team, plan menus, manage staff rosters, monitor costs, and deliver outstanding guest experiences. This role offers opportunities for development in a lively, iconic venue near South Yarra.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in restaurant management or similar hospitality role.
• Strong leadership, training and team supervision abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and workplace health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Organising and controlling daily restaurant operations across the Brasserie, bar and private dining areas to ensure efficient dining and hospitality services.
• Planning menus and seasonal offerings in consultation with chefs, considering customer preferences and budgets.
• Coordinating private dining experiences and events, including staffing and guest requirements.
• Managing procurement and costing of food, beverages and other goods within budgets.
• Maintaining stock records, financial transactions and daily performance.
• Monitoring costs, labour, wastage and stock control to meet targets.
• Training and developing restaurant staff, providing guidance and performance feedback.
• Preparing staff rosters and duty allocations for lunch, dinner and events.
• Conducting team briefings and ensuring smooth service delivery.
• Managing reservations and dining room arrangements.
• Assuring food and beverage quality aligns with service standards.
• Engaging with guests and handling feedback professionally.
• Ensuring health and safety and liquor licensing compliance.
• Reviewing procedures and identifying improvements.
• Providing regular updates to Operations Manager on staff performance and costs.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Customer service

Training & development

Organisation

Education

Hospitality qualification

Job description

Botanical Hotel in Melbourne is seeking a driven Restaurant Manager to lead our Brasserie, bar and private dining services, ensuring seamless hospitality and high standards.

You will work with Operations Manager, chefs and FOH team, plan menus, manage staff rosters, monitor costs, and deliver outstanding guest experiences. This role offers opportunities for development in a lively, iconic venue near South Yarra.