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Vacancy: Front-of-House Manager
Location: Smokey Horse, Braidwood NSW
Employment type: Full-time (including evenings, weekends, and may include some public holidays)

About Smokey Horse

Smokey Horse is a Himalayan restaurant, small bar, and live music venue in historic Braidwood in regional NSW. We’re a family-run business with fun, quirky, relaxed vibes, amazing Nepali/himalayan food, local craft beer, wine and cocktails, and occasional original live music venue.

Position overview

We’re looking for a proactive and hands-on Front-of-House Manager. You’ll be responsible for the smooth daily running of the bar and restaurant, with some function management and live music support. You will make sure customers have a welcoming experience while maintaining high standards in service, compliance, and team leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee all front-of-house operations, including restaurant service, bar service, and supporting functions and live music events.

• Lead, train, and roster a small team of bar and floor staff.

• Provide a warm and professional point of contact for customers and performers.

• Ensure responsible service of alcohol (RSA) and maintain compliance with licensing laws.

• Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure a seamless customer experience.

• Manage stock levels, ordering, and supplier relationships for bar and FOH supplies.

• Assist with venue setup for live music events, including ensuring smooth show logistics.

• Monitor and report on sales, staffing, and customer feedback to support business growth.

• Implement and maintain health, safety, and cleanliness standards.

Essential skills & experience

• Proven experience in a bar or restaurant management role.

• Strong leadership and people management skills.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Experience with stock management and POS systems.

• Valid NSW RSA

• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends.

Desirable attributes

• Familiarity with Nepali culture and/or cuisine - Nepalis strongly encouraged to apply!

• Familiarity with small town or regional hospitality settings.

• Experience promoting or coordinating events.

• Hands-on, solutions-focused attitude with the ability to multitask.

• Knowledge of live music/event operations or enthusiasm for live music.

• Car and driver’s license.

What we offer

• A creative, family-run, community-first workplace in one of NSW’s most beautiful regional towns

• A chance to shape the future of a much-loved local venue

• Opportunities for growth and input into events, drinks lists, and service style

• Supportive ownership and a tight-knit team culture

• Our business is eligible for migration sponsorship for the right candidate.

Salary & conditions

A full-time salary with annual and personal leave will be negotiated based on experience and industry standards. Indicative work week: 

• Wednesday - 4 hours: stocktaking, ordering, rostering, cleaning, beer lines etc

• Thursday - 3pm-11pm: front of house 

• Friday - 1:30pm-12am/close: front of house

• Saturday - 1:30pm-12am/close: front of house

• Sunday: 1:30pm-10pm/close: front of house

How to apply

Email your CV with two references including your current or most recent supervisor, plus up to a 500-word pitch telling us why you’re the right person for this job to thesmokeyhorse@gmail.com. This is a rolling recruitment with no deadline until we find the right candidate.