A group that continues to re-invent fast-casual dining is looking for an Area Manager. Melbourne based position. Newly created position. Area Manager Melbourne This newly created role is at the heart of our clients group, responsible for continuous management and development of 6 restaurants including people, performance, and profit management.This hospitality group has a number of new openings scattered around Greater Melbourne throughout 2024, and there is now a need for another senior leader to join the business.The successful candidate will learn the ropes around company culture, group standards, and how to achieve operational excellence during a detailed 90-day training plan that will have you ready to effectively manage a team of 6 Restaurant Managers.At this level, you will play a vital role in influencing Restaurant Managers' planning and decisions that affect business performance and profitability.We're looking for an Area Manager who is experienced in managing a number of sites, site activations, portfolio/group financial analysis & projections, and identifying future talent and developing them into experienced restaurant leaders. The candidate: Ideal candidate will have 3+ years hospitality experience as an Area Manager or similar level, preferably casual dining, pubs, or QSR.Experience leading, inspiring, and developing teams within hospitality is essential - you will need to have the ability to identify and develop future leaders & deploy the right talent to the right restaurant.You have the ability to drive results through values and take an inclusive approach to sales analysis with Restaurant leaders.You have the ability to execute tasks and implement new systems from a group/ownership perspective.Experience developing & maximising revenue growth across multi-sites and being able to demonstrate year-on-year growth is essential.A people-first leader with a natural ability to motivate all levels - you know how to get the best out of non-management just as well as you know how to manage stakeholders and executive management. What you'll get in return: Take pride in standing behind a rising group that has a number of expansions set for 2024 and beyond.'People first' company culture.Short-term opportunities to help grow people and sales, and mid-long-term opportunities to grow in levels as the group expands.Autonomous role that will allow you to get on with your job that values previous experience.On-the-ground support from a Group Operations Manager, plus weekly conference meetings and/or head office meetings.Negotiable salary package + bonuses + company perks.This role will remain highly confidential and will only be discussed in detail with suitable candidates we contact. Please click below to apply to be considered.You must have permanent residency or equivalent to apply.JOB REFERENCE