Posted 8d ago

Restaurant & Operations manager

Lobster Shack Cervantes Cervantes WA 6511

Permanent Full time
Base pay Above avg.
$76,500 - $90,000

Key points we found

  • Oversee daily operations of a high-volume restaurant
  • Manage front-of-house and back-of-house teams
  • Ensure compliance with food safety and WHS regulations

Restaurant & Operations Manager

The Lobster Shack – Cervantes, WA

🏆 Award‑Winning | High‑Volume Coastal Restaurant

🏡 Accommodation Provided – The Ultimate Sea Change

Ready for a sea change without sacrificing your career?

The iconic Lobster Shack in Cervantes is seeking an experienced Restaurant & Operations Manager to join our leadership team at one of Western Australia’s most loved coastal dining destinations.

Located just over two hours north of Perth, The Lobster Shack is an award‑winning, high‑volume restaurant renowned for fresh local seafood, exceptional guest experiences, and a fast‑paced, professional service environment.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Restaurant & Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our busy venue. This role is responsible for managing both front-of-house and back-of-house operations while delivering outstanding customer experiences.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Manage daily restaurant operations, including service, staffing, and workflow coordination
  2. Oversee food quality, presentation, and compliance with food safety standards
  3. Lead, train, and supervise staff across front-of-house and kitchen teams
  4. Manage rostering, labour costs, and operational budgets
  5. Ensure compliance with Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) requirements
  6. Monitor stock levels, ordering, and supplier relationships
  7. Deliver exceptional customer service and handle complaints professionally
  8. Drive business performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills & Experience

  1. Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or Operations Manager
  2. Strong leadership and team management skills
  3. Excellent communication and organisational abilities
  4. Experience managing high-volume service environments
  5. Knowledge of food safety and WHS regulations
  6. Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays

Salary

Annual salary range: $76,500 – $90,000 plus superannuation, depending on experience.

What We Offer

  1. Unique coastal working environment
  2. Supportive management team
  3. Opportunities for career growth
  4. Staff discounts and benefits

Why Cervantes?

Swap traffic for sunsets, and commutes for coastline. Cervantes offers a laid‑back coastal lifestyle with world‑class beaches, fishing, and the Pinnacles National Park right on your doorstep — all while staying connected to a professional hospitality operation.

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Skills
Budget management
Coastal Hospitality Experience
Conflict Resolution
Customer Service
Flexibility in working hours
Food Safety
High-Volume Service Environment Experience
Knowledge of Food & Beverage Industry
Leadership
Organisation skills
Staff Rostering
Team Management
Workplace Health & Safety (WHS)

Licenses & certifications
WHS
WHS and Food Safety Training

Perks & benefits
Accommodation provided
Staff Discounts and Benefits

More details
Expiring date
11 Jul 2026
Date posted
11 Jun 2026
Category
Hospo, Tourism & Food Services
Occupation
Restaurant Management
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Career level
Manager
Industry
Accommodation and Food Services
Sector
Privately held company
Company size
11 to 50

Lobster Shack Cervantes

11 to 50
Company size
Pay insights
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Above avg. range
$77k - $90k
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$59k
$100k
This job pays above average

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