Assistant Restaurant Manager

ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER – LA PLAYA

About La Playa

La Playa is a busy beachfront casual dining restaurant overlooking Surfers Paradise.

Operating across breakfast, lunch and dinner, we are a fast-paced venue with a strong focus on service, consistency and creating a great experience for every customer.

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to join a focused, established team and take an active role in leading the floor.

About the role

This is a hands-on, floor-focused position for someone who enjoys being in the middle of service, leading from the front and keeping standards high.

You will work closely with the management team to run busy services, support and develop staff, maintain team morale, oversee ordering and ensure the venue operates smoothly throughout the shift.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the floor through busy service periods
• Lead by example and support the FOH team
• Train, coach and develop staff
• Maintain strong service standards and team morale
• Assist with ordering and stock requirements
• Resolve issues quickly, calmly and professionally
• Maintain presentation, compliance and operational standards
• Ensure every customer receives a consistently strong experience

About you

• Proven Assistant Manager, Restaurant Supervisor or Restaurant Manager experience
• Strong experience managing a busy restaurant floor
• Fast mover who remains calm under pressure
• Confident problem solver with initiative
• Hands-on leadership style
• Strong communication and people-management skills
• High standards around service, presentation and customer experience
• Reliable, organised and accountable
• Genuine hospitality mindset and willingness to contribute to the team

Please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you are interested in joining La Playa.

All applications will be treated confidentially.