Restaurant Manager | Grill Americano

4 days ago

City of Melbourne, Australia LUCAS Restaurants Full time

Award-winning restaurant. Hatted Restaurant

Work with the industry's finest

Join the most progressive and innovative restaurant group in Melbourne

About Lucas Collective:

Proudly founder-owned and led, our independent hospitality collective is home to the country’s most loved and acclaimed restaurant, bar and event brands — including Chin Chin, Maison Batârd, Society, Grill Americano, Yakimono and more.

We are curious and innovative, forever redefining the boundaries of hospitality as we forge a new future at the intersection of lifestyle, culture and design.

Formerly known as Lucas Restaurants and The Lucas Group, Lucas Collective is brought to you by restaurateur Chris Lucas.

About Grill Americano:

Nothing says “Melbourne” more than the blending of cultures and cuisines that seems just right. Enter Grill Americano, an Italian restaurant built around fire, with the finest Australian meat and seafood, laced in nostalgia with classic, tableside service.

About the Opportunity:

We are looking for a Restaurant Manager to join our team. Deliver exceptional dining experience for both our guests and crew. You will ensure a high standard of service and restaurant operations whilst promoting a positive work culture.

The Ideal Candidate Must Have:

- Demonstrated restaurant management experience in an a-la-carte restaurant
- Exemplary leadership with a strong focus on the crew experience
- Exceptional service skills and guest focused
- Strong understanding of management and restaurant compliance practices
- Highly adaptable and able to perform in high-pressured service periods
- Proven ability in building effective relationships
- Organisational and time management skills
- Experience using a time & attendance system, Deputy or similar
- Exceptional communication and presentation
- Available and willing to work weekends, public holidays, opening and closing shifts

Working with Lucas Collective:

At Lucas Collective, we champion growth. We recognise talent, celebrate success and create space for individuals to thrive, proudly offering a culture that’s inclusive, inspiring and grounded in respect. Our tailored training approach marries on-the-floor experience with our own digital education platform and we offer access to an array of career-changing opportunities.

Interested? Click ‘Apply’ and submit your updated CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with further details.

For more information on what it’s like to work at Lucas Collective, visit www.lucascollective.com .

Lucas Collective is a company that values its people and its culture. We offer competitive salaries, generous discounts in our venues, and development opportunities to support and grow your career.

Make Lucas Collective your next — and best — career move.

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