Maitre D’ / Restaurant Manager – Contemporary Fine Dining

Callington Mill Distillery is seeking an experienced and charismatic Maitre D’ / Restaurant Manager to lead our front-of-house operations in our flagship fine dining venue in Hobart.

This is a rare opportunity for a hospitality leader who thrives both on the floor and behind the scenes—combining a passion for premium guest service with operational excellence.

About Us

Callington Mill Distillery is home to world-class single malt whisky, set within a premium dining and tasting experience. Our Hobart venue reflects the heart of our brand—where contemporary Tasmanian hospitality meets global quality. We are committed to creating memorable experiences through attention to detail, genuine service, and culinary excellence.

The Role

This hybrid position blends the elegance and guest-facing duties of a Maitre D’ with the leadership and systems oversight of a Restaurant Manager.

You will be the face of our venue during service while also managing the day-to-day operations that keep everything running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead front-of-house service for lunch and dinner shifts

Greet, seat, and engage guests with professionalism and warmth

Manage reservations, table flow, and VIP guest handling

Supervise and train FOH staff to deliver consistently high service standards

Oversee rostering, stock control, and supplier coordination

Collaborate with the Head Chef and Event Coordinator to deliver seamless service and events

Handle daily admin, closing procedures, and service reports

Uphold brand standards and guest satisfaction across every touchpoint

About You

Minimum 2 years experience as a Maitre D’, Restaurant Manager, or similar leadership role in a premium or fine dining environment

Strong presence on the floor with a natural flair for hospitality and communication

Proven ability to lead a team under pressure and maintain service excellence

Highly organised with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset

Familiarity with restaurant systems, stock management, and rostering tools

Available to work across lunch and dinner shifts, including weekends

A genuine love for hospitality, people, and high-end guest experiences

What We Offer

A leadership role in a renowned, design-led dining venue backed by one of Tasmania’s most innovative distilleries

Competitive salary with performance-based progression

Career growth opportunities within a fast-evolving brand

Work with a passionate, collaborative, and values-driven team

A supportive and professional workplace culture focused on excellence

Apply Now

If you are ready to lead both on the floor and behind the scenes with passion, confidence, and commitment, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a short cover letter to:
[email protected]

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Serious applications only.