Restaurant Manager

Pay: A$95,000.00 per year

Job description:

Restaurant Manager

The Perch Restaurant, Winery & Gardens – Lavers Hill, Victoria

The Perch Restaurant, Winery & Gardens is seeking an experienced and motivated Restaurant Manager to oversee and coordinate the daily operations of our restaurant and hospitality venue. This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences, leading high-performing teams, and maintaining operational excellence.

Located in the heart of the Great Ocean Road region, The Perch Restaurant, Winery & Gardens offers a unique dining and hospitality experience to locals, tourists, group bookings, and special event guests. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant while maintaining high standards of food service, customer satisfaction, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Organise and control the day-to-day operations of the restaurant and dining facilities.
2. Organise and control the day-to-day operations of the guest accommodation facilities.
3. Plan menus in consultation with the Chef, taking into consideration customer preferences, seasonal availability, and business objectives
4. Plan and organise special functions, events, group bookings, and catering-related activities
5. Arrange the purchasing and pricing of food, beverages, and other goods in accordance with budgets and operational requirements
6. Maintain accurate records of stock levels, inventory movements, purchasing activities, and financial transactions
7. Monitor stock usage and implement effective inventory control procedures
8. Ensure dining facilities comply with all health, food safety, workplace safety, and licensing regulations and are maintained in a clean, functional, and presentable condition
9. Confer with customers to assess their satisfaction with meals, service, and overall dining experience, and take appropriate action to address feedback
10. Select, train, supervise, and support waiting staff, bar staff, and kitchen staff to ensure efficient service delivery
11. Prepare and manage staff rosters, allocate duties, and coordinate staffing requirements to meet operational demands
12. Monitor employee performance and foster a positive, productive, and professional workplace culture
13. Take reservations, greet guests, and assist in taking orders when required
14. Ensure high standards of customer service are consistently maintained across all aspects of restaurant operations
15. Work closely with ownership and key stakeholders to support the ongoing success and growth of the business

About You

Experience

1. Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager, Venue Manager, Food & Beverage Manager, or similar hospitality management role
2. Demonstrated experience managing restaurant operations, staff supervision, stock control, purchasing, and budgeting
3. Experience coordinating events, functions, or group bookings within a hospitality environment
4. Strong understanding of food safety, hospitality regulations, and workplace compliance requirements
5. Experience leading, training, and developing hospitality teams

Skills

1. Strong leadership and people-management abilities
2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
3. Strong organisational and time-management skills
4. Sound financial, budgeting, and inventory management capabilities
5. Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
6. Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
7. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hospitality environment

Remuneration & Benefits

1. Base Salary: AUD $95,000 per annum
2. Company vehicle provided
3. Performance-based salary incentive
4. Employee discounts
5. Housing provided
6. Salary packaging opportunities
7. Visa sponsorship available for suitable candidates

This is a full-time position based in Lavers Hill, Victoria, offering a unique opportunity to join a growing hospitality business in one of Australia's most scenic regions.

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person