About the Venue This opportunity sits within a prestigious, design-led dining establishment located just outside one of Sydney’s most vibrant inner-city precincts. The business is known for its elevated European-inspired offering, exceptional wine program, and loyal, high-spending clientele. The venue itself blends refined brasserie charm with a buzzing, high-volume service style, attracting a mix of locals, industry professionals, and international guests. With continued expansion plans and strong leadership backing, this is an environment built for ambitious hospitality professionals. The Role – Lead, Inspire, Perform This is a hands-on Restaurant Manager position, designed for someone who thrives on the floor, leads from the front, and understands the balance between guest experience, team culture, and commercial performance. You will take ownership of daily operations while shaping service standards, mentoring your team, and driving business results. Service & Guest Experience Deliver a seamless, high-quality end-to-end guest journey Lead service with presence, pace, and precision Maintain excellence in product presentation and consistency Manage feedback, reviews, and service recovery with professionalism Team Leadership & Culture Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing FOH team Foster a positive, accountable, and energetic workplace culture Lead briefings, training sessions, and ongoing development Manage performance and HR processes in line with industry standards Operations & Standards Oversee rostering, reservations, and service flow Ensure exceptional venue presentation at all times Curate atmosphere (music, lighting, layout, energy) Execute events and group bookings with precision Financial Performance Drive revenue, covers, and overall growth Manage labour costs and COGS within budget Monitor wastage, comps, and operational efficiencies Compliance & Safety Ensure adherence to RSA, WHS, and food safety standards Manage dietary requirements and allergens with care Maintain strong stakeholder and community relationships Commercial Awareness Leverage major events, peak periods, and seasonal demand Adjust strategy, staffing, and service to maximise performance What We’re Looking For Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or senior leader in a premium venue A natural, hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments Strong commercial acumen (labour, COGS, P&L exposure) Solid wine knowledge (European focus highly regarded) Exceptional attention to detail and presentation standards Resilient, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset Passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences Success in This Role Looks Like A highly engaged, motivated, and well-trained team Consistently outstanding guest feedback and reputation Strong growth in revenue and covers Tight control of labour and operational costs A venue that runs seamlessly—even under pressure Why Join Work within a beautiful, high-performing venue environment Strong salary package up to $100K super $600–$700 weekly tips Genuine autonomy and ownership of the role Be part of a business that values people, culture, and long-term growth