Assistant Restaurant ManagerLead a premium hospitality operation with a globally recognised luxury brand
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to join one of Australia's most respected premium hospitality and beverage destinations.
This is a hands‐on leadership role suited to a hospitality professional who thrives in high‐quality service environments, enjoys developing teams, and is looking for genuine long‐term career progression within a globally recognised organisation.
If you're currently an Assistant Restaurant Manager, Hospitality Supervisor, Food & Beverage Supervisor, or Hotel Duty Manager looking for your next step, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Apply?
This is more than a Assistant Restaurant Manager role.
It's an opportunity to join a world-renowned brand that actively invests in its people and provides genuine opportunities for growth. Whether your ambition is to develop your leadership capability, broaden your hospitality experience, or build a long-term career with a global organisation, this role offers the platform to do it.
What's on Offer
- $75,000 + Super
- Annual performance bonus
- Wine allowance
- Staff discounts and additional employee benefits
- Structured training and development
- Career pathways within a globally recognised international brand
- Opportunities for future progression across multiple business areas
- Work within one of Victoria's most picturesque hospitality destinations
The Role
Reporting to the Hospitality Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of multiple guest-facing venues, ensuring exceptional service standards and memorable customer experiences.
Responsibilities include:
- Supervising front-of-house operations across multiple hospitality outlets
- Leading and motivating teams of up to 25 staff
- Supporting restaurant, lounge, tasting and retail operations
- Coaching and developing team members to deliver outstanding guest experiences
- Driving service standards and operational excellence
- Assisting with events and premium guest experiences
- Supporting retail sales initiatives and membership programs
- Maintaining venue presentation and operational readiness
- Handling guest feedback and resolving service challenges professionally
About You
We're looking for a hospitality leader who understands premium service and can confidently adapt between different styles of service and guest experiences.
You will ideally have:
- Leadership experience within restaurants, hotels, resorts, private clubs, or premium hospitality venues
- Strong understanding of sequence of service and guest engagement
- Experience running busy services and leading front-of-house teams
- Excellent communication and people leadership skills
- A passion for coaching, mentoring and developing staff
- High attention to detail and presentation standards
- Genuine food, beverage and wine interest
- The ability to work within a structured management environment and collaborate with multiple stakeholders
Important Requirements
- Full Australian working rights
- Reliable personal transport
- Availability to work weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays
- Ability to work on-site in the Yarra Valley
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, only candidates with full working rights in Australia will be considered
Assistant Restaurant Manager in Melbourne employer: Pinnacle People
Pinnacle People offers a vibrant work culture in the heart of Melbourne, where you can truly own the guest experience while fostering team growth. With a focus on mentorship and service excellence, employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and a supportive environment that values collaboration and innovation. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that prioritises both personal and professional fulfilment in a thriving hospitality scene.
