Melbourne Winery is looking for an enthusiastic professional to Join our Team, situated in the heart of Melbournes CBD.

At Melbourne Winery we are redefining the Melbourne dining experience. Each food dish on our menu is carefully designed to match the flavour profile of our wines, right down to the region they came from.

So, we encourage you to be unconventional, select your wine, then your food…

With an extensive Wine & food menu, working closely with the best producers Victoria has to offer

As a new Growing Venue, It began this year (April 2025) and has since grown into a wine forward distinctive venues -

As our teams expand, we're seeking a Restaurant Manager candidate for opportunities within the Group.

As a Restaurant Manager role, your day-to-day will involve working in tandem with the General Manager & Head Chef to oversee the strategic direction of our restaurants, through the following responsibilities:

Be part of an exciting and multi-faced venue

Receive expert training from our team of hospitality professionals

Have real responsibility that plays a crucial part in running our venue

Be mentored by our long serving, experienced team

Opportunity for career growth

Work-life balance

Public transport within walking distanceProvide strong leadership to the GM & Assistant GM Manager to ensure they are overseeing FOH operations, delivering exceptional guest experiences and upholding brand standards.

Manage, develop, and mentor FOH leaders and staff; ensuring a strong restaurant culture, retention, and succession planning.

Drive sales strategies, financial performance, and inventory control to meet business goals for the restaurant.

Working closely with our reservations function Co ordinator, including all aspects of guest engagement and VIP relationships to maximise revenue and loyalty.

Ensure compliance with OHS, RSA, and first aid, embedding a proactive safety-first culture.

Represent the FOH team in director-level communications, proactively contributing ideas to our long-term business strategies.

Competitive salary

Long-term partnership opportunities

Define the future direction of our restaurants with your leadership

Prime Melbourne CBD Location with convenient access to public transport

Collaborative team culture with transformative, supportive leadership provided from our Board of Directors

Think you've got what it takes?

The ideal candidate will have:

Unrestricted Right to Work in Australia - Citizen or PR candidates preferred, otherwise at least 2+ years left on a temporary visa with full-time work priviliges.

Experience & Background – 3–5 years in premium, high-volume restaurants; with at least 1-2 years in an Assistant Manager or equivalent leadership role.

Skills & Knowledge – Strong in management, workforce planning, stock control, compliance (OHS, RSA, first aid), and proficient in POS, reservations, and rostering systems (e.g. Wiz Butler, Tanda, Lightyear, etc).

Leadership & Soft Skills – Inspiring leader with excellent communication, conflict resolution & organisational skills; as well as a proactive, strategic mindset.

Attributes – Flexible availability (approx 42-45 per hours week, incl evenings & weekends), professional grooming & presentation, inclusivity and cultural awareness, and a strong passion for hospitality and team development.

Apply now and take the next step in your hospitality career.

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Melbourne Winery is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.