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

We’re looking for a dynamic and driven Restaurant Manager 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—it’s an opportunity to shape the restaurant’s vision, refine service standards, and create a welcoming atmosphere for an affluent clientele in one of Sydney’s 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.
• 10+ years of experience in restaurant management, with a strong customer service focus.
• Warm, personable, and empathetic—able 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.

At Talent on the Move, we value diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, origin, disability, or age. We believe that embracing diverse experiences and perspectives makes us stronger.

Contact

Send your application to : recruitment@talentonthemove.com.au
www.talentonthemove.com.au