At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead front-of-house operations and develop a passionate team in a vibrant restaurant.
- Company: Join San Telmo, a dynamic Argentinian restaurant in Melbourne's CBD.
- Benefits: $95K–$105K earnings, generous tips, paid leave, and 40% staff discounts.
- Other info: Enjoy delicious staff meals and structured leadership training.
- Why this job: Grow your career in hospitality with genuine opportunities for advancement.
- Qualifications: Experience as an Assistant Venue Manager or Restaurant Supervisor required.
The predicted salary is between 95000 - 105000 $ per year.
Located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, San Telmo is a vibrant Argentinian restaurant inspired by the food, wine and hospitality of Buenos Aires. Centred around our open parrilla grill, our menu celebrates premium Australian produce, bold Argentinian flavours and traditional fire-based cooking, all delivered in a lively, fast-paced dining environment.
By joining San Telmo, you become part of The San Telmo Group – an independent hospitality group founded in Melbourne in 2011. The Group operates six unique restaurants across Melbourne and Brisbane: San Telmo, Palermo, Asado, Pastuso, Robata and San Telmo Brisbane. We believe exceptional hospitality starts with exceptional people. That’s why we invest heavily in training, development and internal promotion, creating genuine opportunities for our team to build long-term careers in hospitality.
Position Available: Assistant Venue Manager (Front of House) Permanent Full-Time – $95K–$105K estimated earnings (salary, tips & bonuses) + super
We’re looking for an experienced FOH hospitality leader to join San Telmo as Assistant Venue Manager. Working closely with the Venue Manager, you’ll take ownership of front-of-house operations, people leadership and continuous improvement, while remaining hands-on and visible on the restaurant floor.
What's in it for you?
- $95K–$105K estimated earnings (salary, tips & bonuses) + super
- Genuine 38–40 hour working weeks, with paid overtime
- Generous tips plus access to regular performance bonuses and incentives
- Permanent full-time role – stable employment + access to paid leave
- 40% staff discounts across all San Telmo Group venues
- Delicious staff meals on the house, enjoyed side-by-side with a wonderful team
- Structured leadership training and ongoing professional development
- Access to our external Evolve3 leadership development programs
- Regular appraisals and development plan reviews
- Job security - we've been around for 15 years and don't plan on going anywhere!
- Genuine opportunities for career progression and internal promotion
- Develop your knowledge across food, wine, FOH operations and people leadership
- Be part of an established hospitality group with six unique venues across Melbourne and Brisbane
Your Duties Will Include:
- Oversight of FOH Operations – Leading day-to-day front-of-house operations & services, ensuring consistently high standards across service, guest experience and venue presentation.
- People Leadership – Leading our FOH team through your oversight of recruitment, onboarding, training, rostering, appraisals, performance and development planning.
- Continuous Improvement – Working closely with the Restaurant Manager to strategise on long-term improvements to service, team performance and efficiency.
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous experience as an Assistant Venue Manager or Restaurant Supervisor within a busy, quality-focused restaurant.
- Strong FOH operational knowledge and demonstrated experience leading teams across service, recruitment, training, rostering and employee development.
- Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills, with the confidence to lead busy services, make decisions and maintain high standards.
Who You Are:
- A hands-on FOH leader who takes ownership, leads from the floor and genuinely enjoys developing and getting the best out of people.
- Proactive and always looking for ways to improve the guest experience, team performance and day-to-day FOH operations.
- Passionate about hospitality and motivated to continue developing your career in restaurant leadership.
If you’re an experienced FOH hospitality leader ready for your next step, we’d love to hear from you.
Foh Leader | Assistant Venue Manager in Melbourne employer: San Telmo
San Telmo, located in the vibrant heart of Melbourne’s CBD, is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its team members. With a strong focus on training, internal promotion, and a supportive work culture, employees enjoy a stable career path in hospitality, alongside generous benefits such as competitive earnings, staff discounts, and delicious meals. Join a passionate team dedicated to delivering outstanding service while enjoying the unique atmosphere of one of Melbourne's premier Argentinian dining experiences.
