Restaurant & Bar Manager

Royal Sydney

Join the team at one of Australia’s premier private members' clubs! Royal Sydney is located in stunning Rose Bay and is fortunate to be considered one of Australia’s most prominent social and sporting institutions, having proudly hosted a number of world class sporting events including the Australian Open on 15 occasions and the 2011 Davis Cup. It is recognised nationally and internationally for its world class sporting facilities which include two golf courses, 18 tennis courts, bowling greens, croquet lawns, squash courts, snooker tables, a gym, swimming pools, cafes, club bar, a dining room, accommodation rooms and multiple function rooms.

The Role:

We are looking for a dynamic Restaurant & Bar Manager to lead and oversee the daily operations of the Restaurant, Casual Dining and Bar, ensuring exceptional service delivery, high-quality food & beverage experiences and seamless operational performance. 

You will be responsible for driving team leadership, maintaining high service standards, and enhancing member and guest satisfaction while supporting the overall commercial and operational objectives of the Food & Beverage department.

This is a full-time role requiring availability to work a flexible roster including evenings during the week and on weekends. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure exceptional member and guest experiences are delivered and are of the highest quality in line with Club standards. 
• Oversee daily operations across restaurant and bar, manage POS updates and maintain inventory.
• Identify and implement service improvements.
• Lead, mentor and train the team, ensuring effective staffing, scheduling, and strong performance levels, creating growth L&D opportunities.
• Collaborate on event promotions and menu offerings to drive revenue.
• Foster a culture of open communication, support and collaboration, ensuring alignment is reflective with Club Values.
• Responding efficiently and accurately to member complaints.
• Assist members and guests during the dinner service with wine recommendations and selection for perfect pairing with their dinner, decanting of the wine and wine service. 
• Ensure the development of policies, standards and procedures for all aspects of the Restaurant, Casual Dining and Bar areas. 

What We Need From You:

• Proven work experience as a Restaurant Manager working in a 5 Star Hotel or Fine Dining Restaurant.
• Strong experience in managing and leading a team of up to 20 staff.
• Culinary school Diploma or Degree in food service management or related field, or equivalent training course.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, fostering strong relationships with members, staff and key stakeholders.
• Strong administration skills and working knowledge of computer software programs (MS Office, POS, Respak bookings software).
• Expertise in food and beverage pairings.
• Solid understanding of pricing, budgets and cost controls.
• A deep knowledge of wine and the ability to determine wine faults and maintain proper temperatures in order to showcase products at their maximum potential.
• Current NSW RSA and working rights in Australia.

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive salary including 17.5% leave loading on annual leave and special recreation leave (additional 3 days). 
• Free staff meals & wellbeing program (gym, tennis lessons, golf clinics)
• Training & career development opportunities
• Uniform provided + laundry allowance
• Staff discounts (wine, sporting goods, hotels) & free parking

We foster an environment of belonging, celebrate diversity at the Club and make hiring decisions based on experience, skill and passion. We actively seek people who genuinely wish to have a positive impact on those around them. 

Please note that if your application progresses to the pre-employment stage, you may be required to complete a background check. If the search returns a criminal record, the Club will assess whether the records impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.

If you're ready to lead a team in a prestigious environment and enhance the member experience, we want to hear from you!