AddressRestaurant Manager
Toorak Cellars
An opportunity for a personable customer focussed hospitality professional, with a passion for service and great wine to join our management team at Toorak Cellars.
Genuine career & development opportunities
A cohesive team, venue wide, who value knowledge & collaboration
Great working environment, work/ life balance & generous perks
About us
Toorak Cellars is in equal parts a bottle shop, cafe, restaurant and wine bar. We serve a constantly changing twenty wines by-the-glass, or customers can open any bottle straight off the shelf.
We believe strongly in the idea that wine should taste like fruit and minerals instead of oak and alcohol. The wines we serve reflect with great clarity, the soil from which they were grown, the the four seasons that passed through that vineyard during a specific vintage.
Part of the Diggin’ In The Cellars group, we value good wine, good food and good people. We believe knowledge is best shared and foster a culture where a desire to learn from our peers, our producers and beyond is inherent throughout.
About the role
As Restaurant Manager you will play a big role in the experience of our guests and of our people.
You will lead our team to deliver exceptional service which is efficient, hospitable and true to our ethos, building a community of patrons through confident service and genuine knowledge of our food and wine.
You will proactively contribute to the smooth running of the venue, supporting the Venue Manager across all aspects day to day operations including the opening and closing of the venue, stock management, reservations, service plans and briefings, daily admin and the maintenance of a welcoming and well presented venue. The role will also be responsible for the ongoing management of our social media accounts, ensuring a regular schedule of content and engagement with our online community.
You will lead by example, and inspire and encourage our people through the sharing of knowledge, feedback and a strong emphasis on their development. And lastly, you will work closely with the venue management team to deliver a profitable venue, achieve set targets and drive a focus on continuous improvement across all aspects of our operations.
What we offer
Career progression in an expanding group with many facets
In house wine training and development as well as the opportunity to study WSET level 2 and 3
Be a part of a supportive and inclusive team, working closely with the kitchen team in a collaborative environment.
Opportunity to meet and learn from local producers, take part in vintage, come along to day trips with the group out to local vineyards.
Staff discounts across all venues in the group including our online wine store
Who we are looking for
Previous experience in a venue management or supervisory position, within a venue of a similar style
You have a strong passion for service and wine, a good understanding of the wine industry, local and internationally, WSET education would be preferred but not a deal breaker.
You have demonstrated experience in designing and developing food and beverage offerings.
You enjoy sales and marketing, social media usage to build creative and engaging content.
A natural leader who can build positive relationships and train staff within our workplace culture.
A genuine desire to learn and expand your knowledge is a must.
A good understanding of the financial aspects of venue operations such as P&L, GP margin and wage control are an advantage.
2 years restaurant management experience (preferred)
Full-time only.
Salary
$70,000 - $80,000 per year.
If you have the skills and experience for this role we want to hear from you. Click Apply Now to submit your application including your CV today.
Summary of role requirements:
- Flexible hours available
- 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
- Work visa can be provided for this role
- Expected start date for role: 14 May 2024
- Expected salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per year
