Assistant Restaurant Manager

SOFITEL

Company Description

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is an iconic luxury hotel in the heart of Sydney's CBD, blending timeless heritage with contemporary hospitality and exceptional guest experiences.

Food & Beverage is at the heart of the hotel, with a collection of venues that are destinations in their own right. From the Vietnamese-inspired flavours of Delta Rue and the produce-driven, charcoal-led dining at Tilda, to the sophistication of Bar Tilda and the vibrant rooftop atmosphere of Wentworth Bar, each offers its own distinct experience.

We're building a dynamic team passionate about great hospitality, memorable guest experiences and being part of the next chapter of one of Sydney's most iconic hotels.

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Assistant Restaurant Manager to join the team at Delta Rue, supporting the Restaurant Manager in delivering exceptional daily operations and a consistently high standard of guest experience.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Restaurant Supervisor ready to take the next step into management within a luxury hotel environment.

As Assistant Restaurant Manager, you will take a hands-on leadership role, supporting the team during service, developing our people and creating warm, professional and personalised experiences for every guest.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Restaurant Manager with the day-to-day operation of Delta Rue.
• Lead the floor during service, ensuring smooth operations and an exceptional guest experience.
• Coach, support and develop the restaurant team, including training and onboarding.
• Build a strong service culture focused on genuine, personalised guest interactions.
• Maintain high standards of presentation, service and restaurant cleanliness.
• Handle guest feedback professionally and resolve service issues when required.
• Lead pre-service briefings and ensure the team is prepared for each service period.
• Work closely with the kitchen and wider Food & Beverage team to deliver seamless service.
• Support rostering and daily operational requirements while ensuring RSA, food safety, WHS and hotel procedures are consistently followed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Restaurant Supervisor or similar leadership role within a quality restaurant, hotel or hospitality environment.
• Ready to take the next step into an Assistant Restaurant Manager position.
• Passionate about hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Confident leading and motivating a team during busy service periods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A hands-on, organised and solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail.
• A genuine interest in developing people and building a strong team culture.
• Current NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) competency.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster including mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Additional Information

Why Join Sofitel Sydney Wentworth?

We value our people and offer:

• Global discounts on accommodation, dining, bars and more across 100+ Accor hotels and partner venues worldwide
• Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave and up to 12 weeks parental leave
• 30% team member dining discount across our signature venues: Tilda, Bar Tilda, Delta Rue and Wentworth Bar
• Career development opportunities within a globally recognised luxury hospitality brand
• Ongoing learning and development, working alongside industry leaders
• A complimentary hotel stay package to celebrate your work anniversary
• Free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.

Please note that full working rights in Australia are required for this role.