Restaurant Manager

Restaurant Manager – From Here By Mike

1 Hotel Melbourne | Docklands Salary: $79,500–$81,000 per annum

At 1 Hotel Melbourne, we believe great hospitality starts with a team that feels supported, inspired and proud of what they do. We’re looking for a Restaurant Manager to lead our From Here By Mike Hatted Restaurant, create memorable guest experiences and build a positive, high-performing team.

Reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage, you’ll take ownership of daily restaurant operations, from service standards and team development to sales, costs and financial performance.

What you’ll do

• Lead the restaurant team across a seven-day operation, maintaining warm, attentive service during every meal period.
• Coach, develop and support team members, including the Assistant Restaurant Manager.
• Plan staffing and oversee onboarding and training so the team is set up to succeed.
• Respond to guest feedback and resolve concerns with care and ownership.
• Manage labour, food and beverage costs while identifying opportunities to grow sales.
• Review results, including covers, average spend and guest feedback, and turn insights into practical improvements.
• Work closely with Culinary, Marketing and other hotel teams to bring the restaurant experience to life.
• Uphold 1 Hotels’ brand standards and create a workplace where people can do their best work.

What you’ll bring

• At least four years’ management experience in a luxury hotel or comparable hospitality environment.
• Strong restaurant operations experience and a sound understanding of budgets, P&L, labour and cost control.
• A genuine passion for hospitality, with a hands-on approach to leading service.
• Clear communication, sound judgement and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Availability to work across a seven-day roster.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a hotel that values thoughtful hospitality, team development and a healthy work environment. Team member benefits include 50% off food and beverage across the business and discounted hotel stays for you, your friends and family.

If you’re ready to lead with care, take ownership and help shape an exceptional restaurant experience, we’d love to hear from you.