At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Food & Beverage team and create exceptional dining experiences.
- Company: Join Beckons, a luxury lodge brand focused on sustainable travel.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, opportunity to work in stunning locations, and career growth.
- Other info: Flexible hours and a chance to work in one of Australia's most celebrated lodges.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team delivering memorable guest experiences in a premium setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in restaurant management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 85000 $ per year.
About the Role
Southern Ocean Lodge is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead our Food & Beverage team and deliver an exceptional dining experience in one of Australia’s most celebrated luxury lodge settings. In this role, you will oversee daily restaurant operations, guiding guests through a relaxed yet refined dining experience while ensuring the highest standards of service, presentation and attention to detail. You will work closely with the kitchen and leadership team to create a seamless and memorable guest journey.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and developing the Food & Beverage team
- Delivering a high-quality, personalised dining experience
- Managing restaurant operations, including rostering and service flow
- Maintaining exceptional service and presentation standards
- Monitoring labour and operational costs
- Collaborating with the kitchen team to ensure seamless service
About You
You are a confident and engaging leader with a passion for food, wine and guest experience. You thrive in a premium environment and enjoy developing high-performing teams. You will ideally have:
- Experience in a Restaurant Manager or senior F&B role
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- A passion for guest service and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends
The salary for this role is between $75,000 – $85,000 per annum.
About Us
Beckons is built around journeys of discovery for curious travelers seeking deeper connection to place, culture, and the natural world. Through a growing collection of lodges in some of the world’s most rare and remarkable destinations, the brand is guided by a regenerative approach to luxury travel, one that goes beyond sustainability to create positive, lasting impact for landscapes, wildlife, and the communities who call these places home.
The Beckons collection includes five award-winning properties in Australia: Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island, Longitude 131° at Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa, Capella Lodge on Lord Howe Island, Silky Oaks Lodge at the Daintree Rainforest, The Louise in the Barossa Valley, while across the Tasman Sea in New Zealand lies the century-young Huka Lodge in Taupō. In the Americas, lodges include Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge on Canada’s Vancouver Island, and the wilds of Tierra Atacama and Tierra Patagonia in Chile.
Restaurant Manager – Kangaroo Island employer: Baillie Lodges Pty
At Beckons, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and enriching work environment for our Luxury Guest Services Agents at The Louise in the stunning Barossa Valley. Our team enjoys a culture of collaboration and excellence, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development, all while being part of a luxury hospitality experience that values personalised service and attention to detail. With competitive benefits and a focus on employee well-being, working with us means being part of a dedicated team that truly cares about both our guests and each other.
