About Us

Song Kitchen is a profit for purpose restaurant located in the heart of Sydney’s CBD within our 4 Star hotel. Operated by YWCA Australia, all profits from our restaurant directly support programs that assist women, children, and families facing homelessness and disadvantage.

We are proud to be more than just a hospitality venue — we are a social enterprise where quality dining meets social impact. With a small, tight-knit team and a strong reputation for exceptional customer service, Song Kitchen consistently receives glowing reviews and loyal support from the community.

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced and passionate Restaurant Manager with strong sommelier knowledge to lead our front-of-house team. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in service, values teamwork, and wants to contribute to a greater cause.

You will:

• Lead daily FOH operations with professionalism and warmth
• Manage floor service, reservations, shift planning, and staff supervision
• Curate and manage the wine list in collaboration with the kitchen team
• Ensure consistently high customer service standards
• Support staff training and performance development
• Champion the mission and values of YWCA Australia

Key to your success:

• Demonstrated strong experience in a restaurant manager or senior FOH role
• Sound knowledge of wines and food pairing (formal sommelier training a bonus)
• Strong leadership, communication, and people-management skills
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and hands-on during service
• Passionate about hospitality with a desire to make a social impact

Why Work With Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven organisation that supports women and children in need
• Stable and consistent roster – no split shifts or early mornings
• Work with a small, friendly, and professional team
• Gain satisfaction knowing your daily work contributes to positive community change
• Build your career in a unique hospitality environment that values purpose as much as performance
  

Key Details:

• Full-time position: 38–40 hours per week
• Regular hours: 3pm–11pm
• Set working days: Wednesday to Sunday (Monday and Tuesday off)
• Based in Sydney CBD close to Museum and Central stations

Apply Now
If you’re looking for more than just a job — if you want your work to have meaning — then we want to hear from you. Please click the link to APPLY NOW.

Song Kitchen is proudly operated by YWCA Australia, a national feminist organisation working for gender equality and social justice.