Restaurant Leader: Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents and those eligible 494 Visa Sponsorship

Eligibility to Apply

We are calling on Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents and those eligible for 494 Visa sponsorship (applicable to designated remote regions) this opportunity is just for you

About the role

As a Restaurant Leader at Kickin'Inn, you will be responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day operations of our vibrant restaurant in QLD. This full-time role will see you overseeing all aspects of the restaurant's service, ensuring an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Salary

We value talent that is why we are offering a salary range of $70,000 to $80,000 annually, depending on your experience and the unique flavour you bring to our tribe.

What you will be doing

• Manage the front-of-house team, including scheduling, training and performance management
• Ensure excellent guest service and a seamless dining experience for guests
• Handle guest inquiries and complaints in a professional and timely manner
• Monitor and control restaurant inventory, costs and budgets
• Liaise with the kitchen team to maintain high standards of food quality and presentation
• Implement and enforce health, safety and hygiene policies and procedures

Support the overall strategic direction of the restaurant and contribute to its growth

What we are looking for

• Minimum 3-5 years' full-time (pro-rata) experience in a restaurant management or leadership role
• Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer service orientation and a passion for creating memorable dining experiences
• Ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve high standards of performance
• Sound financial and inventory management skills
• Understanding of food safety regulations and best practices in the hospitality industry
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

What we offer

At Kickin'Inn, we are committed to providing our tribe members with a rewarding and fulfilling work environment. As a Restaurant Leader, you can expect:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Tribe discounts, benefits and incentives
• A collaborative and supportive team culture that values work-life balance, family values, trust, respect and great working environment

About us

Kickin'Inn is a dynamic and innovative hospitality company, celebrated for our vibrant restaurants and unforgettable guest experiences. Our mission is to bring people together through the joy of great food, creating moments that matter.

As a proudly Australian-owned hospitality brand, Kickin'Inn is embarking on a bold and ambitious growth trajectory with 30 restaurants set to open by December 2025 and a vision to open 50 restaurants nationwide by 2030. Through every restaurant, every dish and every experience, we are not just serving food we are creating meaningful connections and leaving a lasting impact on communities across Australia.

Our success is driven by our people. We are constantly seeking passionate, energetic and service-driven individuals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced and people-first environment.

If you are looking to be part of a forward-thinking company that celebrates innovation, teamwork, and bold flavours then Kickin'Inn is where you belong.

Apply now to join our team as a Restaurant Leader and be a part of the exciting future of Kickin'Inn.

To familiarise yourself with the brand, please visit our website:

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring program
• Professional development assistance

Experience:

• Restaurant management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 30/09/2025