Rydges Resort Hunter Valley - Food and Beverage Duty Manager

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley is part of EVT, and being a part of EVT means believing in changing the game. Why? Because no one wants ordinary. If you're seeking to be part of the kind of wow-factor moments you can help shape, then you've come to the right place.

About EVT:  
As market-leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best-known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award-winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection by EVT and Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.  
 
About Rydges: 
Proudly Australian & New Zealand owned, Rydges Hotels & Resorts provides a diverse range of elevated city, suburban, and resort-style hotels. From classic charm to sophisticated style, our properties have every detail considered to deliver a refreshingly local experience with exceptional comforts catering to all guests. Join our team of local heroes dedicated to enhancing every guest’s stay.

Located in the heart of Australia’s premier wine region, situated across an enormous slice of pristine countryside. The award winning Rydges Resort Hunter Valley is a vibrant 419-room resort consisting of a mix of hotel rooms and outside villas.  The resort is a sprawling playground in the heart of wine country; where's there's something special for everyone. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional resort accommodation and creating unforgettable experiences for our valued guests. Whether they are here for a relaxing leisure holiday, attending large meetings and conferences, or celebrating a spectacular wedding, we are committed to delivering excellence at every turn.

Our Lovedale Brewbar Venue is the quintessential Hunter Valley gathering place, where artisan coffee, local flavours and warm country hospitality come together in a relaxed and welcoming setting.  Beer is poured straight from the Sydney Brewery vats to the taps.

2025 & 2026 Hunter Valley Legends Awards
Hunter Valley Accommodation Operator of the Year

2025 & 2026 Accommodation Australia NSW Awards for Excellence Winner
Best Health & Wellbeing Practices

Are you a hospitality professional who thrives in a vibrant and customer-focused environment? Lovedale Brewbar is looking for an experienced Food & Beverage Duty Manager to join our team full-time. You'll bring strong operational experience from a busy bar, pub, restaurant, brewery, or cellar door.  The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, a hands-on approach to hospitality, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to creating memorable guest experiences while driving operational excellence.

Position Overview:  

Food and Beverage are at the heart of creating exceptional guest experiences. At Lovedale Brewbar, we pride ourselves on delivering quality food, outstanding beverages, and genuine hospitality in a welcoming and vibrant environment.

Supporting the Lovedale Brewbar Venue Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the restaurant and bar while leading the team to deliver exceptional service standards. You'll be a hands-on leader who guides, motivates, and supports team members, ensuring every guest enjoys a seamless and memorable experience.

In this role, you will work closely with the Food & Beverage team to maintain high operational standards, drive team performance, and foster a positive workplace culture. You will also assist in the supervision of other Food & Beverage outlets across the property as required, ensuring consistent service excellence throughout the guest journey.

About the Role:

• Manage shift operations, including team briefings, delegation of duties, and monitoring service standards throughout each shift.
• Provide strong, hands-on leadership to the Food & Beverage team, fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performing workplace culture.
• Supervise, coach, and support team members, providing regular feedback, training, and development opportunities to drive performance and engagement.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention of team members to build a capable and engaged workforce.
• Address and resolve team performance issues in a timely and professional manner, escalating where appropriate.
• Manage staff rosters, shift allocations, and team performance during service periods.
• Ensure compliance with all liquor licensing, food safety, workplace health and safety, and responsible service of alcohol (RSA) requirements.
• Manage guest inquiries and resolve complaints promptly, ensuring a positive experience for all patrons.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and stock management to maintain operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, as well as venue policies and procedures, to uphold a safe and secure environment for both guests and staff.
• Collaborate with the Venue Manager in budgeting and financial management, providing insights into operational performance and cost control.
• Assist in planning and executing events, coordinating logistics and staff assignments to ensure seamless operations.
• Ensure the venue is presented to a high standard, including cleanliness, organisation, and maintenance of service areas.
• Complete cash handling, daily reconciliations, reporting, and administrative tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen, bar, and management teams to deliver seamless guest experiences.

Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience in a Food & Beverage Duty Manager, Venue Supervisor, Assistant Manager, or similar hospitality leadership role.
• Proven experience working in a fast-paced bar, pub, restaurant, brewery, cellar door, or hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members.
• A passion for delivering exceptional customer service and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with guests, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Sound understanding of food and beverage operations, including service standards, stock control, and venue presentation.
• Experience managing teams in a high-volume environment and effectively resolving customer and staff issues.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to manage shift operations, delegate responsibilities, and maintain service quality.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety, food safety, and liquor licensing requirements.
• Experience with POS systems, cash handling, and daily reconciliations.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification (essential).
• Current First Aid Certificate (desirable).
  

Benefits and Perks:

• Renowned for our refreshingly local, down-to-earth experiences.
• Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.  
• 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo and more. 
• $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.  
• Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.  
• Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.  
• Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company.  

 
Join Rydges Resort Hunter Valley and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker. Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day.  
When you click apply, you’ll be taken to our secure EVT careers portal (powered by Dayforce). This is our official system for managing applications across the EVT Group. You’ll simply enter your details and answer a few quick screening questions so we can get to know you better.