Restaurant Manager

Our client, Fozigobble Cafe, is a well-established hospitality business located in Yarragon, Victoria, committed to delivering exceptional food, quality beverages, and outstanding guest service. They pride themselves on creating a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for every guest while creating a positive and inclusive workplace for their team members. At Fozigobble Cafe, they value teamwork, professionalism, integrity, and a passion for hospitality. Their success is built on strong guest relationships, high service standards, and dedication to continuous improvement. They support employee growth through training and development opportunities and encourage a collaborative culture where every team member can contribute and thrive. As a growing business, they are seeking motivated professionals who share their commitment to excellence and guest satisfaction and who are looking to build a rewarding career in the hospitality industry.

They are seeking an experienced and motivated Restaurant Manager to oversee the daily operations of the restaurant and ensure an exceptional dining experience for guests. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing staff, maintaining high service standards, controlling costs, and driving business performance.

Take the next step in your leadership career by managing a high-energy restaurant environment with excellent growth opportunities.

The annual salary for this full-time position is $80,000 to $90,000.

Responsibilities include:

• Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations and ensure smooth service delivery.

• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise restaurant staff.

• Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve guest concerns professionally.

• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, health, and safety regulations.

• Manage inventory, order supplies, and control food and labour costs.

• Monitor sales performance and implement strategies to increase revenue.

• Prepare operational reports and support budgeting activities.

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, quality, and guest service.

• Foster a positive, productive, and team-oriented work environment.

Qualifications:

• Must hold a Certificate III or IV or a Diploma in Hotel Management or a relevant field.

• Should have at least one to three (1-3) years of previous experience in restaurant management or a similar leadership role.

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Knowledge of restaurant operations, food safety, and hospitality best practices.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Proficiency with Point of Sale (POS) systems and basic computer applications.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.

• Opportunities for career growth and professional development within a growing hospitality organisation.

• Comprehensive training and leadership development programs.

• Employee meal discounts and other staff perks.

• Paid annual leave and public holiday entitlements.

• Supportive and inclusive team culture.

• Recognition and reward programs for outstanding performance.

• Flexible scheduling where operationally possible.

• Health and wellness initiatives.

• Job stability and long-term career opportunities in a dynamic hospitality environment.