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At Three Blue Ducks, we’re all about honest food, good people, and genuine hospitality. What started as a small, chef-led café has grown into a group of venues built on sustainability, community, and a love for seasonal, ethically sourced produce. Across all 5 of our locations, we take pride in creating warm, welcoming spaces where our teams feel supported and our guests feel right at home.

Our Rosebery venue - a vibrant, rustic warehouse in the heart of Sydney - is known for bold flavours, relaxed dining, and a team that genuinely cares. As we continue to grow, we’re searching for an experienced and passionate Restaurant Manager to join our leadership team.

About the Role:

Reports to: Venue Manager

As our Restaurant Manager, you will be the operational heartbeat of the front-of-house team. Working closely with and reporting into the Venue Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional guest experiences, driving team performance, and ensuring the venue runs smoothly day-to-day.

This role is perfect for a confident, organised, people-focused hospitality professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and wants to grow within a respected hospitality group.

What You’ll Lead & Own

• Lead and oversee all front-of-house operations

• Collaborate closely with the Venue Manager on service standards, staffing, and venue strategy

• Recruit, train, mentor, and inspire a high-performing FOH team

• Drive revenue and maintain strong cost control

• Work in partnership with the Head Chef on menu planning, service flow, and seasonal offerings

• Ensure top-tier guest service and confidently resolve enquiries and complaints

• Maintain compliance with licensing, hygiene, and WHS requirements

• Manage stock, ordering, and supplier relationships

• Promote and uphold the Three Blue Ducks culture and values throughout the venue

About You

You’re an experienced, hands-on leader who knows how to build a strong team culture and deliver exceptional service. You stay calm under pressure, communicate clearly, and lead by example.

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or senior FOH leader in a high-volume venue

• Strong leadership and team development skills

• A passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences

• Solid financial and operational management capabilities

• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and organisational skills

• A community-minded, values-driven approach

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays

Benefits and Perks:

• Be part of a fun, supportive team culture

• Generous tips and great staff discounts across all Ducks venues and partner businesses

• Genuine opportunities for career progression

• Join a hospitality group that values sustainability, community, and good people

• Ability to work across our other venues - Byron Bay, Rosebery, Melbourne, Bellingen & Nimbo

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Referral Program

Want to be a Duck?

If you’re a skilled hospitality leader ready to contribute to one of Sydney’s most iconic dining spaces, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and join the Ducks family.

Three Blue Ducks is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities.