Assistant Restaurant Manager | Full-time | InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach

Set to open following a multi-million-dollar transformation, on the shores of sparkling Coogee Beach, the hotel will redefine coastal luxury when it debuts in late 2025.

Perfectly positioned on Sydney’s iconic beachfront, the reimagined hotel will offer 198 elegantly designed rooms and suites, many with uninterrupted Pacific Ocean views, alongside an ocean-facing infinity pool, luxury cabanas, and a vibrant leisure deck.

Guests can look forward to an elevated arrival experience, immersive coastal dining celebrating seasonal local produce, and a redefined wellness sanctuary.

With state-of-the-art event spaces including a Grand Ballroom, the hotel blends soulful escapes and meaningful connection with refined coastal elegance — setting a new benchmark for beachfront hospitality in Australia.

Are you a passionate hospitality professional with a flair for leadership and a love for Mediterranean cuisine? We are seeking an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our team at Shutters, a stunning seaside venue with glorious views offering breakfast, lunch, and à la carte dinner in the heart of Coogee.

About Shutters
Shutters blends coastal elegance with vibrant flavours.

With panoramic ocean views and a menu inspired by the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean, we deliver a dining experience that’s both relaxed and refined.

About the role and key duties:


* Deliver a warm, personalised, and seamless guest experience when dining


* Build strong relationships with regular guests and the local community to drive loyalty and repeat visitation


* Support the Restaurant Manager in leading, training, and mentoring the FOH team to uphold service excellence


* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards, as well as internal policies and procedures


* Assist with rostering, inventory management, and cost control to support operational efficiency and profitability 


* Identify and act on opportunities to upsell products and experiences that enhance the guest journey


* Champion a culture of continuous improvement, coaching the team to maintain high standards in service and presentation.

Essential criteria required to be considered:


* Must have full work rights in Australia (kindly note that sponsorship is not available for this role and overseas candidates without work rights cannot be considered)


* Proven experience in a leadership role within an à la carte or fine dining environment is essential 


* A strong understanding of food and beverage operations, with a desire to grow and develop in this space


* A confident and collaborative leadership style, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team 


* Sound knowledge of wine (WSET Level 2 desirable) and classic cocktails


* Calm under pressure, with excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills


* Proficiency in POS systems and restaurant management software


* Exceptional communication and inter...