Restaurant Manager

About the company

Join a well-established and much-loved French-inspired café and bistro with over 25 years of success. With two bustling locations and a range of signature products sold nationally and internationally, this is a family-run business that values quality, innovation, and a warm, community-driven atmosphere.

About the role

Were looking for two dynamic and driven Restaurant Managers to take full ownership of a well-loved bistro and café, leading both the kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver an exceptional dining experience. This is more than just a hands-on role, its an opportunity to shape the restaurants vision, refine service standards, and create a welcoming atmosphere for an affluent clientele in two of Sydneys most prestigious suburbs. If you have a deep appreciation for French cuisine and wine, excel at team leadership, and take pride in crafting memorable guest experiences, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service in a small, fast-paced venue.
• Lead and support the kitchen and front of house team, creating a warm and professional work environment.
• Demonstrate strong business acumen and create upselling opportunities.
• Deliver an outstanding guest experience, building strong relationships with regulars and new customers alike.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to maintain menu consistency and quality.
• Provide expert wine and food recommendations, enhancing the dining experience.
• Handle customer feedback with professionalism, ensuring high satisfaction levels.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

About you

• Fluent in English with a natural ability to connect with people.

• Strong understanding of French cuisine and wine, French background preferred but not essential.

• 8+ years of experience in restaurant management, with a strong customer service focus.

• Warm, personable, and empatheticable to engage with an upscale clientele.

• Hands-on and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership over the role.

• WSET certification or strong wine knowledge (not a sommelier, but confident in recommendations).

• Strong business acumen with the ability to upsell and maximize revenue.

• Experience in operations and rostering.

Why Join Us?

• Family-run business with strong team support across staffing, operations, and marketing.
• Autonomy and ownership no micromanagement, just trust and results.
• Be part of an iconic French bistro with a respected name in the industry.
• Work in a beautiful location with a loyal and appreciative clientele.
  
• 4-5 days weeks.
• High Salary.