Assistant Restaurant Manager

About the role

Rowlee is seeking an experienced and energetic Assistant Restaurant Manager to join the team at Rowlee Dining & Bar, our restaurant located on the Rowlee wine estate in Orange, NSW. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who loves being on the floor, delivering exceptional hospitality and helping a team perform at its best. Reporting to the Restaurant Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the restaurant, leading service, supporting and developing the front-of-house team and ensuring every guest receives the warm, polished and knowledgeable hospitality Rowlee is known for.

Key responsibilities

• Lead restaurant services and be a visible, hands-on presence on the floor
• Supervise, motivate and support the front-of-house team
• Help deliver consistently high standards of service and guest experience
• Assist with daily restaurant operations, opening and closing procedures
• Coordinate effectively with the kitchen, cellar door and wider Rowlee team
• Assist with staff training, development and service standards
• Manage guest enquiries and resolve issues professionally
• Support functions, wine dinners and special events
• Maintain presentation, cleanliness and operational standards throughout the venue
• Step into the Restaurant Manager's responsibilities when required

About you

• Previous experience as an Assistant Restaurant Manager, Supervisor or senior front-of-house professional
• Confident leading a service and enjoy working alongside your team
• Understanding that great hospitality comes from attention to detail, genuine care and strong communication
• Wine knowledge is highly regarded, although enthusiasm and a willingness to learn are just as important
• Current NSW RSA is required

About us

Rowlee brings together wine, food and hospitality on our vineyard estate just outside Orange. Rowlee Dining & Bar showcases seasonal regional dining alongside wines grown and made on the estate.

Benefits

• Full-time role across a four-day working week
• Opportunity to build a serious hospitality career while maintaining genuine time away from work
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills and deepen your wine knowledge