Restaurant Manager | Maison Bâtard

Lucas Restaurants; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Maison Bâtard in Melbourne's CBD is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead the front-of-house team at a prestigious, four-level venue. You will shape guest experiences, mentor staff, and drive daily operations in a high-profile setting.

This role offers growth within Lucas Collective, a founder-owned hospitality group behind Chin Chin, Kisume, and more, with a culture that rewards talent and supports on-floor and digital training initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a premium venue
• Strong guest service focus and standards
• Experience coaching and mentoring FOH staff
• Able to manage operational tasks and maintain compliance

Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of exceptional guest service at all times
• Coach and mentor FOH staff, Supervisors & Assistants Managers
• Drive training and development programs across the team
• Assist senior management with operational and financial tasks
• Manage people, performance, and compliance processes

Skills

Leadership

Guest service orientation

Team coaching & development

Communication & presentation

Stock management systems

Tools

Time & Attendance systems

Job description

Join a Renowned Hospitality Group Awarded Best New Restaurant by Gourmet Traveller Career Growth & Development Opportunities

About Maison Bâtard

Maison Bâtard is a celebration of modern French culture, uniquely imagined for Melbourne. Housed in a meticulously restored heritage building at 23 Bourke Street, this four-level venue features a showpiece restaurant, a late-night supper club in the basement, and an elegant rooftop terrace - delivering immersive French-accented dining and memorable guest experiences.

About Lucas Collective

Formerly known as Lucas Restaurants, Lucas Collective is a founder-owned hospitality group led by restaurateur Chris Lucas. The collective is home to some of Australia’s most iconic dining, bar, and event destinations, including Chin Chin, Society, Grill Americano, Yakimono, Hawker Hall, Kisume and more.

About the Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead the team at Maison Bâtard. This is your chance to shape exceptional guest experiences, develop a talented team, and be part of a dynamic, high-profile venue in Melbourne’s CBD.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the delivery of exceptional guest service at all times


• Coach and mentor FOH staff, Supervisors & Assistant Managers


• Drive training & development programs across the team


• Assist senior management with operational and financial tasks


• Manage people, performance, and compliance processes

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a leadership role within a premium a-la-carte venue


• Strong leadership with a focus on team engagement


• Exceptional service skills and guest focus


• Highly adaptable, able to perform under pressure


• Strong organisational, communication, and presentation skills


• Experience with Time & Attendance and stock management systems

Working with Lucas Collective

At Lucas Collective, we champion growth. We recognise talent, celebrate success and create space for individuals to thrive, proudly offering a culture that’s inclusive, inspiring and grounded in respect. Our tailored training approach marries on-the-floor experience with our own digital education platform and we offer access to an array of career-changing opportunities.