Restaurant Manager

Restaurant Manager – The Dining Room, Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill

Location: Red Hill Work Type: Full-time On-site/Remote: On-site

Lancemore Hotel Group is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead The Dining Room at Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill. Situated in the Mornington Peninsula wine country, The Dining Room provides a refined yet relaxed regional dining experience, focusing on local produce, award-winning wines, and warm hospitality. This is a full-time, on-site position.

About the Role

The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for delivering exceptional service, fostering a welcoming atmosphere, and collaborating with the kitchen and hotel teams to enhance the overall guest experience. This is a hands-on leadership role suited for individuals who excel in a premium dining setting where professionalism and genuine care are paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of The Dining Room, ensuring service is seamless and elevated.
• Greet and engage guests with warmth, professionalism, and authentic hospitality.
• Manage, train, and motivate the front-of-house team to consistently deliver high-quality service.
• Liaise with the Head Chef and kitchen team regarding service timing, menu knowledge, and seasonal menu changes.
• Promote a strong wine service culture, including offering pairing recommendations and highlighting the local wine program.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and service etiquette.
• Manage reservations and guest communications to ensure a smooth dining experience.
• Monitor performance, customer feedback, and team culture, implementing improvements as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with liquor licensing, RSA, and food safety standards.

About You

• Experience in a similar leadership role within a fine dining or high-end regional venue, or an exceptional senior host/maître d’ ready to advance.
• Strong working knowledge of premium Australian wines, with particular familiarity with Mornington Peninsula wines.
• A service style that is elegant, personal, and relaxed, avoiding a stuffy or scripted approach.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, particularly effective in high-pressure situations.
• Genuine enthusiasm for seasonal, local produce and a collaborative approach to food and beverage.
• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail and guest experience.
• RSA certificate (essential).

Why Join Us?

• Work at one of Victoria’s most picturesque and awarded boutique hotels.
• Join a passionate, professional team that values creativity, collaboration, and care.
• Enjoy staff benefits across the Lancemore Group, including exclusive discounts and development opportunities.
• Become part of the Lancemore Group, a pioneer in boutique hotels known for excellence, creativity, and heartfelt hospitality.

If you are ready to be the face of The Dining Room and contribute to creating unforgettable guest experiences, we encourage you to apply.

Company Values: Fun | Authentic Hospitality | Caring | Ownership Mindset | Performance | Growth