Restaurant Manager Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Restaurant Managers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $85,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $70,960 and $100,000. That is broadly in line with Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 22 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 17th percentile in Brisbane
💰 Restaurant Manager · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$70,960 – $100,000
Median: $85,000
Mid level $70,960 – $100,000
Overall $70k–$100k Mid $70k–$100k $68k $75k $82k $89k $96k $103k
⚠ Low confidence 22 listings · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $70,960 Median  $85,000 $100,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Based on 22 listings, read this as directional. The median lands exactly on Brisbane's all-roles baseline: $85k against $85k, a zero-gap result. The band is moderate, $71k to $100k, reflecting the range from a suburban venue to a high-volume or licensed operation. Hospitality management pay tracks venue size and turnover more than city, so the venue is the variable that matters.

Take Home Pay (based on median $85,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,254
Monthly (net)
~$5,434
Annual (net)
~$65,208
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $94,775

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Restaurant Manager in Brisbane?
Restaurant managers in Brisbane start near the $71k p10. Floor-management experience, RSA and food-safety supervisor certification, and running a larger or licensed venue are what carry someone toward the $100k top of the band.
Is $85,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Depends. At $85k the median sits right on Brisbane's baseline and nets around $65k, a fair position in a moderate cost-of-living city. For hospitality this is a reasonable number, and the upside is tied to moving into a larger venue or a multi-site or area role.
How much does a Senior Restaurant Manager make in Brisbane?
The sample shows one band topping near $100k. Reaching it means running a high-turnover or premium venue, with the step into multi-site, area, or group-operations management the next pay tier in hospitality.

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.