Assistant Restaurant Manager

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Company Description

Discover the Sofitel Wentworth Sydney

Join Sofitel & House Made Hospitality – Redefining Excellence in Australian Hospitality

Be part of a dynamic partnership between Sofitel Sydney Wentworth and House Made Hospitality, where innovation, quality, and care come together across 4 unique venues. We're looking for passionate individuals to join our growing team and help shape unforgettable guest experiences.

About the Venues

Tilda

Tilda is an “Australian Grill”, a luxe 110-seater (which includes a 12-person private dining room). Serving fresh and dry-aged fish and shellfish, with sauces celebrating the seasons and local produce, the menu will shine a spotlight on Australian ingredients. The wine list will likewise lean local, acting as a love letter to Australia’s most important winemakers, regions and grapes, with illustrious labels alongside more contemporary, progressive makers. The cocktail menu will comprise a tight selection of classics poured tableside and infused with local botanicals.

Delta Rue  

Delta Rue is striking and bustling restaurant on level 5 of the Sydney Sofitel Wentworth with Vietnamese-French cuisine. Delta Rue evokes the faded old-world elegance of Hanoi’s Old Quarter in the 1920s, offering a piece of unique escapism to our guests. An extensive and wide reaching wine list compliments the bold flavours to help provide a distinctive experience unlike any other in Sydney.

Job Description

About the Job:

As Assistant Restaurant Leader, you’ll support the Restaurant Leader and Senior Assistant Restaurant Leader in delivering exceptional service, maintaining high standards, and fostering a positive team culture. You’ll lead by example, ensure smooth daily operations, and help create memorable guest experiences aligned with House Made Hospitality and Sofitel values.

Key Responsibilities

·  Support service excellence through team training, guest engagement, and maintaining product standards.
·  Lead by example in food, beverage, and venue knowledge, creating a welcoming and humble environment.
·  Monitor venue presentation including lighting, music, cleanliness, and team appearance.
·  Assist with onboarding, performance monitoring, and team development.
·  Represent the venue and brand proudly both on and off duty, engaging in industry events and outreach.

Qualifications

About You:

·  Proven experience in a similar supervisory role.
·  Strong leadership, communication, and motivational skills with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
·  Sound food and beverage knowledge, with attention to detail and a proactive approach to venue presentation.
·  Excellent organisational and time management skills, with familiarity in hospitality software systems.
·  A driven, results-focused attitude and commitment to team development, onboarding, and cultural alignment.

Additional Information

Why Join Us:

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Opportunity to lead a talented team in a beautiful venue.

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Dynamic and vibrant work environment.

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Opportunities for career advancement and skill development.

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Convenient location with easy access to public transportation.

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Generous group discounts on food and beverage. 

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Working with and learning from some of the industry’s best of the best.

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A positive and caring culture.

Sound like you?  Then click “Apply” and submit your current CV and cover letter!