Assistant Restaurant Manager – The Grove Bar and Bistro

11 hours ago


Wallan, Victoria, Australia BJI Hospitality Pty Ltd. Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Assistant Restaurant Manager – The Grove Bar and Bistro

Wallan, Victoria | Hospitality & Tourism | Supervisory Role

Full Time | Leadership Opportunity | Vibrant Venue with Strong Local Following

About Us

The Grove Bar and Bistro, nestled within the picturesque Hidden Valley Resort in Wallan, is a vibrant hospitality destination known for its relaxed dining, scenic views, and outstanding customer service. With a growing reputation among locals and resort guests, we host everything from casual lunches and dining to weddings, corporate events, and themed functions and events.

We are seeking a dynamic, hands-on Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead and support our front-of-house team, ensuring every guest enjoys a warm, professional, and memorable experience.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Manager, you will supervise day-to-day service across our bar, bistro, and events, ensuring smooth and high-quality service delivery. You will play a key role in coordinating team operations, maintaining high standards, and supporting the continuous development of our hospitality offering.

In this leadership role, you'll work side-by-side with your team, guiding them through busy shifts, resolving issues calmly, and helping to deliver seamless service across a variety of dining and event formats.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily FOH operations, including restaurant and bar service
  • Supervise, coach, and motivate staff to maintain service excellence
  • Assist in rostering, stock management, and shift reporting
  • Ensure customer feedback is responded to promptly and constructively
  • Support events and functions from setup to pack-down and co-ordinate with Events Manager
  • Experience across a range of POS (we use Square) and reservations systems.
  • Lead by example with a focus on professionalism, teamwork, and attention to detail
  • Strong bar skills, with experience in drink preparation and service and Coffee Making would be a bonus.
  • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations.

We're Looking for Someone Who:

  • Has previous experience in a supervisory or team leader role within hospitality
  • Has excellent communication and people management skills
  • Is passionate about creating outstanding guest experiences
  • Can work across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and function shifts, including weekends
  • Brings a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
  • Has solid knowledge of food, beverage, and bar operations
  • Holds a current RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) certification

What We Offer:

  • A supportive and friendly team culture
  • Flexible rosters with work-life balance in mind
  • Opportunity to grow within an expanding hospitality business
  • Complimentary staff meals during shifts
  • Free on-site parking
  • Staff discounts and future training opportunities
  • Competitive Salary Based on experience

Apply Now

If you're a motivated and enthusiastic leader ready to contribute to a thriving hospitality venue, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for The Grove Bar and Bistro team to


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