Restaurant Manager / Assistant Manager - Premium Casual Dining – Char Char Chicken

Char Char Chicken is opening soon, and we’re looking for a Restaurant Manager and Assistant Manager to lead our new fast-casual chicken shop. With a menu of charcoal, rotisserie and fried chicken, plus burgers, wraps, gourmet salads and sides, we’re serving a growing community of families, workers and locals.

Located at Watagan Park Town Centre in Cooranbong, this brand-new venue sits near the shores of beautiful Lake Macquarie — just a short drive from both Newcastle and the Central Coast. It’s an easy commute and a chance to work in a stunning lifestyle location close to home.

About the Roles

Lead daily operations: service, rostering, stock control, ordering, reporting

Mentor, train and motivate a team to deliver consistent, friendly service

Ensure speed, quality and presentation meet brand standards

Manage and update POS systems and promotions

Work with the Head Chef and Group Management on performance, marketing and community engagement

Monitor sales, wages, food costs and KPI performance

Lead by example during peak times and resolve customer issues directly

About You

Proven experience as a Restaurant/QSR Manager or Assistant Manager in a busy hospitality environment

Strong background with POS systems, online ordering and digital menus

Energetic, customer-focused, and happy to work side-by-side with your team

Organised and commercially savvy with rostering

Confident with IT, detail-oriented and proactive with processes

Eligible to work full-time in Australia

What We Offer

Competitive salary packages based on experience

Staff meals provided

Supportive ownership group behind award-winning venues including 8 at Trinity

Work in the heart of a growing community of 3,500+ new homes

Additional Information

Only applicants with the legal right to work in Australia will be considered

Suitable candidates may be interviewed prior to the closing date of this advertisement

Next Steps

Apply now with your CV and cover letter – we’re hiring for both Restaurant Manager and Assistant Manager roles.