KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Organise an assigned section and ensure it runs efficiently and productively.
• Ensure all food produced is in line with kitchen recipes and standards.
• Prepare and cook all food orders with a sense of urgency.
• Monitor daily kitchen food and product requirements and advise the supervisor of these well in advance. 
• Monitor food preparation and wastage costs - contribute to controlling these by following efficient preparation methods and standard recipes.
• Assist with training apprentices to desired standard this includes full working knowledge of the section and department.
• Ensure all required tasks are competed accurately and within given time frames.
• Be familiar with the other kitchen sections, promoting flexibility and productivity.
• Ensure all kitchen appliance maintenance, crockery, glassware, cutlery and any other operational breakages are recorded.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is kept in good working order.
• Ensure service equipment and storage areas are properly secured at the end of each shift.
• Meet and exceed, where possible customer/guest expectations enabling the Hotel restaurant and conferencing areas to be recognised as a purveyor of consistent, value for money and quality cuisine.
• Ensure food standards, preparation, presentation and cooking techniques are established and monitored to achieve food service standards.  Work with the F&B Service team and take corrective action where appropriate when standards are not met.
• Check all food is stored and handled as per current food health & hygiene (HACCP) regulations

At Guzman y Gomez, we believe in authentic flavors and the power of food to bring people together.
We are looking for hospitality leaders across Victoria, who will lead from the front and oversee daily operations. You will empower the team through coaching and training, while managing your restaurant's P&L. Your role will see you maintaining the highest standards of quality, adhering to all procedures, while embodying the GYG spirit. 

Hospitality Leader roles include: 

• Restaurant Manager - Full time
• Assistant Manager - Full time
• Shift Leader - Full time, Part time, Casual

What's in it for me?  

So much! Check out some of the benefits below:  

• Competitive pay + bonus structure  
• Flexible rosters and employment stability  - talk to us about what work life balance means to you
• Opportunities for advancing your leadership abilities – level up to Area Management and beyond
• A comprehensive training program and support to set you up for success 
• Heavily discounted GYG meals 
• Free and comfortable GYG uniforms and exclusive merch 
• Annual Restaurant Managers summit –  enjoy days of connecting, networking and sharing with leaders from across the country!
• Cultural celebrations including Day of the Dead & Cinco de Mayo to name a few 
• The possibility of owning your own franchise or joining our corporate office in future 

We appreciate diverse experience, but specifically we are looking for candidates that have:  

• A passion for delivering exceptional Guest Service – every time!
• Understanding of food safety and the importance it plays in a restaurant  
• A current RSA certificate and/or Barista training (desirable, not essential)
• High-energy and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills 
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a fast-paced, high-energy setting  
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with the ability to identify sales and P&L opportunities and collaborate on actionable strategies with the team

What happens next?

• Apply now to register your interest in joining our team
• Our team will review your application, and may contact you to ask for more information about your preferred locations, availability and role types
• If a suitable opportunity becomes available matching your skills, experience and preferences, we will contact you to schedule an interview at the restaurant

Click the "I'm Interested" button to express your interest in joining our team!  

We’re committed to providing a safe and secure environment for our team and guests. To support this commitment, we may conduct background checks including Police Checks and employment verification as part of our recruitment process. 

At Guzman y Gomez, we believe in authentic flavors and the power of food to bring people together. As the Restaurant Manager at GYG, you will lead the charge in overseeing daily operations. You will empower the team through coaching and training, while managing your restaurant's P&L. Your role will see you maintaining the highest standards of quality, adhering to all procedures, while embodying the GYG spirit. 

What's in it for me?  

So much! Check out some of the benefits below:  

• Competitive salary + bonus structure  
• Flexible rosters and employment stability  
• Opportunities for advancing your leadership abilities – level up to Area Management and beyond
• A comprehensive training program and support to set you up for success 
• Heavily discounted GYG meals 
• Free and comfortable GYG uniforms and exclusive merch 
• Annual Restaurant Managers summit –  enjoy days of connecting, networking and sharing with leaders from across the country!
• Cultural celebrations including Day of the Dead & Cinco de Mayo to name a few
• The chance to join our Hola Central team or become a Franchisee!

We appreciate diverse experience, but specifically we are looking for candidates that have:  

• Must be able to work full time; a mixture of morning, nights and weekends
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a fast-paced, high-energy setting  
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with the ability to identify sales and P&L opportunities and collaborate on actionable strategies with the team
• Previous success in meeting KPI’s
• Proven track record of delivering outstanding customer service  
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills 

Click the "I'm Interested" button to express your interest in joining our team!  

We’re committed to providing a safe and secure environment for our team and guests. To support this commitment, we may conduct background checks including Police Checks and employment verification as part of our recruitment process. 

As the Restaurant Manager you will take ownership of the general running of the restaurant, elevate the customer experience from excellent to remarkable, develop the team through coaching and training opportunities and manage inventory and the financial aspect of the restaurant. You will be in control of, and have accountability for overall quality, adherence to procedures and financial performance of the restaurant.

We appreciate experience comes in many shapes and sizes, what we mean specifically is:

• Experience leading a team within a busy, high volume hospitality environment
• Experience delivering exceptional customer service
• Exceptional communication skills
• Prior experience with achieving KPIs and driving profitability

Benefits

We’re incredibly proud of our amazing people and always have each other’s backs. Whether you’re working in restaurant, at our Hola Central head office or as one of our partners, we are so passionate about living our values every single day.

These are just some of the benefits that come with working at GYG:

• Career growth – Australia and internationally
• Annual Restaurant Managers Summit
• Opportunity to become a franchisee
• Quarterly bonus scheme
• Free uniform

At Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, our mission has always been to reinvent fast-food. Since we opened our first restaurant in 2006, we’ve been OBSESSED with food, bringing the incredible energy of Mexican culture to Australians across the country during breakfast, lunch and dinner, committed to serving the freshest fast food with the best local ingredients.

Ready to join the family? Apply now to start the conversation.