Hospitality Restaurant Manager jobs

$109,000 + 12% Super

• Lead operations within a nationally significant cultural venue, delivering hospitality experiences to a diverse visitor base.
• Strengthen leadership and management capability through accountability for teams, programs and day‑to‑day performance.
• Support public engagement outcomes by delivering services that align with the Museum’s educational and heritage objectives.

Restaurant Associates has an enviable track record, working with some of the most prestigious venues and corporations in the world. From grand gala events, corporate cocktail parties to intimate gatherings, we provide bespoke food solutions and exceptional dining experiences.

We have a great opportunity for a Unit Manager to lead hospitality operations at The Museum of Australian Democracy. An opportunity to:

• Lead operations within a nationally significant cultural venue, delivering hospitality experiences to a diverse visitor base.
• Strengthen leadership and management capability through accountability for teams, programs and day‑to‑day performance.
• Support public engagement outcomes by delivering services that align with the Museum’s educational and heritage objectives.

You will lead hospitality operations in one of Australia’s most significant cultural institutions. As the Unit Manager at the Museum of Australian Democracy, you will have end‑to‑end responsibility for delivering high‑quality retail and events hospitality within a nationally recognised venue.

You will provide strategic and operational leadership across premium events, visitor dining and retail operations, balancing commercial performance with exceptional guest experience. From overseeing high‑profile functions within iconic chambers to curating menus that showcase Australian produce, you will lead teams, optimise operations, and ensure service delivery reflects the significance of the setting.

The Position

• Deliver an exceptional customer experience to employees and guests
• Oversee a focused team of service professionals across the Culinary, Sales & Marketing, Beverage and Function offerings
• Optimise the sales and marketing function to drive revenue and venue utilisation
• Take accountability for innovation, offering solutions for continued service, food and beverage growth ideas
• Understand the importance of staff mentoring the ‘next generation’ and take steps to train, motivate and succession plan

The Person

• You are passionate about all thing’s hospitality, taking pride in service standards and how you organise your team
• A hospitality leader with relevant experience leading a multi-function venue offering
• Commercially minded with a focus on cost optimisation and revenue generation
• You are able to manage a multi stakeholder network to drive outcomes for clients and the business.

The Benefits

• Multiple salary packaging options to make your dollar go further
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers
• Access to 100+ retail discounts
• Clear career paths and support to achieve your goals
• We are an ecological and socially forward operation – committed to minimising food waste and single use plastic.

If you have any questions, please email amandastewart@compass-group.com.au