Restaurant Manager - West Lakes

Nando's Australia Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to $10k

Free meals on workdays

Weekends off

6-week onboarding program

Team meetups and growth opportunities

Wellness resources + 8 weeks parental?

Refer-a-friend payout $1000+

Job summary

Nando’s Australia Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Patrao to lead restaurant operations in Adelaide. You’ll inspire your team, drive performance, and deliver memorable experiences for guests while upholding brand standards and values.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, people development, and the ability to run fast-paced shifts with energy and integrity. Expect a supportive culture with opportunities for growth and team-focused perks.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in fast casual dining is a plus.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• Ability to manage busy shifts and maintain high service standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead with passion to deliver legendary customer experiences.
• Set the tone by maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming dining space.
• Stay sharp to anticipate needs, keep energy high, and run smooth shifts.
• Own the flame by driving energy, atmosphere, and operations on every shift.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Operations management

Team motivation

Job description

At Nando’s, it’s all about the people, with chicken on the side! As a Patrao (meaning head of the family and what we call Restaurant Managers), you’ll inspire your team, lead by example, and create unforgettable experiences for both customers and the team—all while running the restaurant like it’s your own. You bring heat and heart, fire and soul. Your team looks to you for leadership, motivation, and wisdom. You fire them up to deliver brilliant shift after brilliant shift. Together, you’ll create an environment that’s exciting, inclusive, and full of energy.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead with Passion: Deliver legendary experiences for both customers and your team.
• Set the Tone: Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming space where everyone thrives.
• Stay Sharp: Anticipate needs, keep the energy up, and ensure smooth shifts.
• Own the Flame: Drive the energy, atmosphere, and operations to make every shift brilliant.

What’s in It for You?

• A juicy base salary & bonus that adds an extra kick of up to $10,000 annually.
• Free Nando’s meals when you work + discounts for friends and family.
• Flexibility: Balanced rosters with set weekends off and no overnight shifts.
• Job Support: A 6-week onboarding program, regular Assistant Manager meetups, and ongoing support to help you set up for success and thrive.
• Growth Opportunities: Develop your skills and advance—step into expanding Restaurant Management roles or explore opportunities in Restaurant Support.
• Fun: Team nights out and legendary company gatherings.
• Wellness Support: Access to mental health, nutrition, fitness, and financial resources, plus 8 weeks paid parental leave.
• Earn $1000+ for successful salaried referrals!
• Purpose: Help make a difference through community support, sustainability, and social inclusion.

Who You Are:

An experienced leader or someone with management experience (fast casual dining a bonus but not essential). Highly organized with a strong ability to run smooth operations while inspiring and developing teams. Motivated by empowering others and solving problems in a fast‑paced environment. Someone who shares our values: Pride, Passion, Courage, Integrity, and Family.

The Boring (but Important) Stuff:

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia/New Zealand and be 18+ to manage/supervise a restaurant.
• You’ll work with all Nando’s ingredients and obtain and hold appropriate certification (liquor accreditation, First Aid, CPR, and manager accreditation, as required by applicable local legislation).

At Nando’s, we believe we’re greater together than we are alone. The more diverse the party, the better it becomes.

We’re committed to your growth, and in return, you’ll help us grow too.

Ready to fire it up? Let’s create something magical together.

Our global purpose is Changing Lives, Together. At its core, this means we want to change the world around us by making a real difference to people’s lives. This passion to make a difference starts with our Nandocas (how we say staff), because when they’re being their best, brilliant selves, epic things happen. Our purpose guides and inspires us as we grow, so you may find us out in our communities lending a hand, connecting with customers and taking every opportunity to be a force for good.