About Three Blue Ducks Bellingen
Three Blue Ducks Bellingen is set in the heart of the Northern Rivers hinterland, surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes and a strong local community. Our venue reflects everything the Ducks stand for - seasonal, locally sourced produce, sustainability, and warm, genuine hospitality. From relaxed lunches to busy dinner and bar service, Bellingen is a vibrant regional venue where the team plays a key role in creating memorable guest experiences.
The Role
Three Blue Ducks Bellingen is looking for an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager with a strong bar focus to support the Venue Manager in leading daily front-of-house operations. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll help drive smooth service, support team development, and ensure consistently high standards across both restaurant and bar service.
You’ll be confident on the floor during busy service, comfortable across bar operations, and able to lead a team with calm, clear direction in a fast-paced environment.
Current trade: Thursday dinner, Friday-Sunday lunch & dinner, Monday dinner.
What you’ll be doing
Supporting daily FOH and bar operations to ensure smooth service
Leading service from the floor during busy periods
Delivering warm, consistent guest-focused hospitality
Assisting with rostering, stock control and venue administration
Supporting training, onboarding and development of FOH team
Working closely with the kitchen to ensure strong service flow
Maintaining high standards of presentation and cleanliness
Assisting with cash handling and daily reporting
What we’re looking for
Experience in a supervisory or assistant management role
Strong bar and beverage knowledge
Confident leading teams in a high-volume environment
Calm, organised and solutions-focused under pressure
Strong communication and team leadership skills
Passion for hospitality, food and guest experience
Collaborative, hands-on approach to working with FOH and BOH
RSA certified (or willing to obtain)
Why Join Us
Be part of a respected hospitality group known for quality, sustainability and community
The chance to lead a passionate team in a stunning waterfront venue
Long-term growth and development opportunities across the Ducks group
Staff discounts at all Ducks locations
Access to our Employee Assistance Program, Paid Parental Leave Policy & Employee Referral Program
Opportunities to grow within a supportive, down-to-earth culture
Want to be a Duck? We’d love to hear from you - Apply Now!
Three Blue Ducks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, respectful workplace. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities.