Assistant Restaurant Manager

Celebrated British chef Rick Stein is bringing his renowned philosophy of "fresh seafood, simply prepared" to Sydney's Eastern Suburbs with the launch of his Australian flagship restaurant at the newly renovated InterContinental Coogee Beach.

Opening in November 2025, this stunning 224-seat venue will showcase the very best of Australian seafood, prepared with Rick's signature British flair.

We are now seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to support the leadership of front-of-house operations and help guide our team to success. This is your opportunity to be part of one of the most anticipated restaurant openings of the year.

The role and key duties:

• Deliver a warm, personalised, and seamless guest experience from arrival to departure;
• Build strong relationships with regular guests and the local community to drive loyalty and repeat visitation;
• Support the Restaurant Manager in leading, training, and mentoring the FOH team to uphold service excellence;
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards, as well as internal policies and procedures;
• Assist with rostering, inventory management, and cost control to support operational efficiency and profitability;
• Identify and act on opportunities to upsell products and experiences that enhance the guest journey;
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, coaching the team to maintain high standards in service and presentation.

Essential criteria required to be considered:

• Must have full work rights in Australia (kindly note that sponsorship is not available for this role)
• Proven experience in a leadership role within a high-end, à la carte or fine dining environment (essential)
• A strong understanding of food and beverage operations, with a desire to grow and develop in this space;
• A confident and collaborative leadership style, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team;
• Sound knowledge of wine (WSET Level 2 desirable) and classic cocktails;
• Calm under pressure, with excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills;
• Proficiency in POS systems and restaurant management software;
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills;
• A vibrant, guest-focused personality with a genuine passion for hospitality;

What you can expect from us

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including laundry for business attire, impressive room discounts, competitive products & services discounts program and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. The company provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We give every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.