At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to deliver unforgettable dining experiences and drive venue success.
- Company: Rossi Bar, a vibrant Italian restaurant known for great food and live music.
- Benefits: Join a supportive team culture with opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Immediate start available in a dynamic environment with multiple venues.
- Why this job: Take ownership of a beloved venue and make a real impact in hospitality.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in restaurant management with strong leadership and customer service skills.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
About us: Rossi Bar is a dynamic and thriving Italian restaurant known for great food, live music and outstanding service. We're looking for an experienced, passionate Restaurant Manager to lead our floor team and drive the venue's continued success.
As Restaurant Manager, you'll own the day-to-day running of the dining room and front-of-house team. You'll make sure every guest's experience meets and exceeds expectations from the moment they walk through our doors. Working closely with the Venue Manager and the wider group leadership, you'll set the standard for service, lead and develop the team, and drive strong commercial results. This is a great opportunity for an established hospitality leader to take ownership of a busy, much-loved venue within a growing multi-venue group.
Qualifications & experience:
- 2+ years' experience in a restaurant management role (Restaurant Manager, AVM or senior Floor Manager)
- Proven leadership, with a track record of building and keeping high-performing teams
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Experience with rostering, labour cost control and reporting
- Proficiency in restaurant software, POS and booking systems
- Sound knowledge of food safety, OH&S and liquor licensing requirements
- Strong wine and beverage knowledge
- Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays
- Victorian RSA (Responsible Serving of Alcohol)
Tasks & responsibilities:
- Team leadership: Recruit, train, roster and manage the front-of-house team. Lead by example and keep the culture positive and high-performing.
- Guest experience: Make every visit memorable. Handle feedback and resolve issues quickly and professionally.
- Operations: Oversee daily service, opening and closing procedures.
- Financial performance: Manage labour and operating costs, track KPIs, and grow revenue through upselling, events and efficient service.
- Compliance: Make sure the venue meets all licensing, RSA, food safety and OH&S requirements.
- Team development: Coach and mentor staff, run performance reviews and build clear pathways for growth.
- Problem-solving and planning: Spot and fix operational challenges early, and work with the Venue Manager on venue strategy and improvements.
Full-time role. Great team environment and culture. Immediate start. Be part of a well-established brand with multiple venues. Career progression within the group.
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Rossi Bar is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and supportive work culture, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals to thrive in the hospitality industry. With a strong emphasis on team development and operational excellence, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to memorable dining experiences. Located in a bustling area, Rossi Bar offers a dynamic environment where staff can enjoy great food, live music, and the satisfaction of being part of a well-established brand with multiple venues.
