The Restaurant Manager is responsible for overseeing daily restaurant operations, including service standards, staff supervision, stock control, rostering, guest satisfaction, and financial performance. Candidates are generally expected to have prior restaurant or hospitality management experience, strong communication and leadership skills, and a sound understanding of food safety, workplace health and safety, and responsible service requirements. The role requires a hands-on approach, the ability to remain calm during busy periods, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Experience with budgets, cost control, training teams, and hotel or resort food and beverage operations would be advantageous.
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel is part of Minor Hotels, an international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts, serviced apartments, and restaurants across Australia and worldwide. Located in Mackay, Queensland, the property offers accommodation suited to business and leisure travellers and is positioned near the city centre and local attractions. Oaks properties typically focus on comfortable, practical accommodation and friendly guest service, supported by professional food and beverage operations. As an employer, Minor Hotels provides opportunities across hotel management, front office, housekeeping, food and beverage, maintenance, and administration. Working at the Mackay property can provide experience in a regional Australian hospitality market, with responsibilities centred on maintaining service quality, supporting team development, and delivering a positive guest experience.
Australia offers strong opportunities in hospitality, particularly in hotels, restaurants, resorts, tourism destinations, and regional areas such as Queensland. Mackay has a relaxed coastal lifestyle, warm weather, beaches, outdoor activities, and a lower cost of living than major cities, although rental availability and prices can vary. Australian workplaces are generally multicultural, professional, and focused on safety, punctuality, fair treatment, and responsible service. English is essential for customer-facing roles. Overseas applicants normally need a visa with work rights, such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visa, or another eligible temporary or permanent visa. Requirements depend on nationality, age, qualifications, and occupation. Before relocating, candidates should confirm visa conditions, accommodation, tax file requirements, healthcare arrangements, transport, and local licensing obligations. Hospitality work may involve weekends, evenings, and public holidays.
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