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Restaurant Supervisor

A Restaurant Supervisor manages staff, ensures smooth operations, handles customer issues, oversees reservations and events, and works irregular hours, requiring leadership skills.

How do I become a restaurant supervisor

Get qualified to work as a restaurant supervisor with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Restaurant Supervisor generally earns $1,442 per week ($74,984 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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There has been a strong increase in employment numbers in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 69,400 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Restaurant Supervisor. Restaurant Supervisors may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re planning a career as a Restaurant Supervisor, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Hospitality (Restaurant Front of House). You’ll cover a range of topics such as welcoming diners, managing table bookings, processing payments and overseeing drink and table service. A Certificate IV in Hospitality or a Diploma of Hospitality Management may also be appropriate.

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Restaurant Supervisor careers

A Restaurant Supervisor manages operations at a restaurant or dining venue. You’ll manage a team of staff and make sure all areas of the restaurant are running effectively. Restaurant Supervisors ensure customers are satisfied and deal with any issues that arise. You might show customers to their table, take reservations over the phone and oversee special events or functions.

Restaurant Supervisors should have excellent customer service skills and be able to communicate well with staff and patrons. You’ll need to be a good leader and should be able to manage several tasks at one time. It’s important that you are organised and can come up with solutions to problems quickly. Restaurant Supervisors often work irregular hours such as nights, weekends and holidays.