Assistant Manager

Well known and loved for our award winning spirits, we at Old Young’s are looking to take over the world, one gin at a time! Our mission, to simply, eat well and drink better. Having expanded our Distillery into Old Young’s Kitchen we have quickly become a must visit dining destination, shooting into the WA Good Food Guide as one of the Top 5 Restaurant of the Year finalist in only our second year, on our mission to elevate the face of drinking and dining in the Swan Valley. We bring the technical prowess of fine dining, with a relaxed attitude and a little of Old Young’s signature brand of irreverence. 

As our business rapidly grows, we look to add to our team the role of Assistant Manager to our restaurant, to take with us on our journey. This is the perfect opportunity for a career minded individual, looking to progress their career and join us in a hospitality revolution, where we take loving what we do and having a great time doing it, just as seriously as pursuing excellence. We’ll want you to geek out and learn all about how, and importantly why, we do what we do then go off and be able to make your service unique! You’ll be passionate about your job and happy to go above and beyond to make sure our visitors have the best experience of their lives.

The ideal candidate will:

• See every day like being the host of the party
• Meticulous attention to detail 
• Experience to effectively over see day to day operations and assist the Venue Manager to achieve financial and business targets
• Highly developed understanding and ability to deliver on guest expectations and experiences in line with Old Young's visions and goals
• Strong planning and organisational skills to lead, develop and manage a  multi-skilled team
• Have an honest and genuine passion for hospitality, food & great booze
• Be comfortable jumping into all areas of service, from shaking tins, running the pass, holding down a section, juggling bookings or hosting
• Never shy away from a challenge and always be looking for opportunities
• Have the flexibility to work evenings and across all areas of the Venue, including our Tasting Room and leading Masterclasses 
• Have an Approved Manager's license 

Previous management experience not necessary, if you think you’re ready for the next step up in your career we want to hear from you!

Why work with us?

• Work life balance is precious to us
• Development and progression opportunities as the group expands as we work on building our next venue, the ‘Cathedral of Gin’ in the heart of the Swan Valley 
• Learn from and work closely with a passionate industry professionals in a small team environment
• Generous staff benefits including staff meals, 40% discount across cellar door and restaurant and free bottle of Old Young’s products on your birthday! 

To get an interview – submit your resume but most importantly add a cover letter telling us why we need you on our team. Throw in a little story about yourself as well - share something that will intrigue us. Make us hire you!