Restaurant Manager - Zambrero

Molloy Management; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Zambrero's in Melbourne is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations, build a strong team culture and ensure a top-notch customer experience. You will be supported to run a high-performing restaurant with a fast-growing brand and a purpose-led mission.

Responsibilities include recruiting and coaching staff, managing rosters, maintaining food quality and safety, and driving a positive workplace culture in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant or hospitality management.
• Full Permanent Australian working rights or be a permanent resident.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to bring out the best in a team.
• Passion for customer service and creating a great team culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations to deliver great food, service and team performance.
• Recruit, train, coach and support your team.
• Drive a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork and customer experience.
• Manage rosters, performance reviews and employee matters.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and cleanliness.
• Oversee stock ordering, cash handling, banking, payroll and general administration.
• Uphold workplace health, safety and security standards.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Teamwork

Hands-on

Job description

Zambrero's is Australia’s largest Mexican franchise, serving fresh, delicious food with a purpose. Through our Plate 4 Plate initiative, every burrito or bowl purchased helps provide a meal to someone in need.

That means when you join us, you’re not just building your career — you’re making a real difference.

Why Join Us?

Career growth opportunities across Restaurant Manager pathways

A fun, supportive and fast-paced team environment

Flexible hours that help you balance life outside work

A clean, fresh work environment with minimal greasy equipment

The chance to help fight world hunger, one plate at a time

About the Role

As a Restaurant Manager, you’ll lead day-to-day operations, build a strong team culture and ensure every customer has a great experience. You’ll be supported to run a high-performing restaurant while developing your leadership career with a fast-growing brand.

Your duties will include but not be limited to:

• Lead daily restaurant operations to deliver great food, service and team performance
• Recruit, train, coach and support your team
• Drive a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork and customer experience
• Manage rosters, performance reviews and employee matters
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and cleanliness
• Oversee stock ordering, cash handling, banking, payroll and general administration
• Uphold workplace health, safety and security standards

About You

• Experience in restaurant or hospitality management
• Full Permanent Australian working rights or be a permanent resident
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to bring out the best in a team
• A passion for customer service and creating a great team culture
• A hands-on approach and confidence working in a fast-paced environment
• Alignment with Zambrero’s values and purpose-led mission

Please note that you must have full Australian working rights or be a permanent resident, applications from those looking for sponsorship will not be considered.