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Three Blue Ducks brings our farm-to-table ethos, sustainable values and relaxed, quality-driven hospitality to an epic waterfront setting. Whether it’s breakfast before a surf, long lunches, or sunset dinners, our Melbourne venue is all about good food, great people and genuine connection.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced and hands-on Front of House Restaurant Manager to lead our front-of-house team and deliver exceptional guest experiences. You’ll work closely with the Venue Manager and Head Chef to keep service running smoothly, build a strong team culture, and ensure our standards of quality and care are upheld every day.

About the Role

• Oversee daily restaurant operations and ensure seamless service across floor and bar

• Lead, train and motivate the FOH team to deliver warm, professional and genuine hospitality

• Manage rosters, wage costs, and daily reporting to support venue performance targets

• Work closely with the kitchen team to coordinate service, menu execution and specials

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance management of FOH staff

• Maintain high standards of presentation, customer experience and brand integrity

• Assist with stock control, ordering and cash handling procedures

• Be a visible, hands-on leader during service — setting the tone for the team

• Ensure compliance with all WHS, RSA and food safety requirements

About You

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or Assistant Manager in a busy, high-volume venue

• Confident managing rosters, budgets and front-of-house operations

• A natural leader who motivates through example and clear communication

• Organised, proactive and solutions-focused — no problem too big or small

• Strong collaboration skills with chefs and back-of-house teams

• Passionate about food, people, sustainability and genuine hospitality

• Calm under pressure, with a keen eye for detail and guest experience

Perks & Benefits

• Supportive, social and down-to-earth team culture

• Opportunities to grow within a respected hospitality group

• Career progression and training across all Ducks venues (Byron Bay, Rosebery, Bellingen, Nimbo)

• Staff discounts and tips across all venues

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Referral Program

• A workplace that genuinely values sustainability, quality and people

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  Keen to join the Ducks?

If this sounds like your kind of role, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and tell us why you’d be a great fit.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and proudly support diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.