Assistant Food & Bar Manager | Sydney

Aa Appointments; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Job summary

Aa Appointments is recruiting an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager for a prestigious heritage-listed boutique hotel in Sydney's CBD. You will lead restaurant, bar and function operations, mentoring a ~10-person team and delivering outstanding guest experiences on a typically Monday–Friday schedule with event support as needed.

The role offers a hands-on leadership environment in a unique property, with a focus on guest service, training and WHS/RSA compliance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in a similar Food & Beverage leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience managing and motivating teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Solutions-focused approach, calm under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to service excellence.
• Current RSA certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of restaurant, bar, and function spaces.
• Ensure function spaces are set up and turned around efficiently.
• Drive exceptional guest service and maintain high satisfaction levels.
• Coach, mentor and develop team members to reach full potential.
• Foster a positive and engaging workplace culture.
• Develop and implement training initiatives across the F&B team.
• Monitor WHS compliance across the department.
• Ensure RSA compliance across all team members.
• Resolve guest issues and liaise with other departments to maintain service excellence.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the department.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Communication

Mentoring

Training

Problem solving

Education

RSA certification

Job description

• Boutique Hotel
• Sydney CBD

Ready to take the next step in your hospitality leadership career?

A rare opportunity has become available for a passionate and hands-on Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to join a prestigious heritage-listed boutique hotel in the heart of Sydney CBD.

This is far from a cookie-cutter hospitality role. You'll be working within a unique property full of character, leading a close-knit team across the restaurant, bar, and events operations while building genuine relationships with returning guests and creating memorable experiences.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Exceptional team culture with a supportive leadership team
• No gaming, pokies, or gambling facilities onsite
• Sydney CBD location with easy access to all major public transport
• Opportunity to grow and develop with experienced hospitality professionals
• Work in a unique heritage-listed building with loads of personality
• Uniform provided
• Diverse and inclusive workplace

THE ROLE

Reporting directly to the Food & Beverage Manager, you'll lead a team of approximately 10 staff across restaurant, bar, and function operations.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives on the floor, enjoys mentoring others, and takes pride in delivering outstanding guest experiences. The role is predominantly Monday to Friday, with flexibility required to support events and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the restaurant, bar, and small functions
• Ensure meeting and function spaces are set up and turned around efficiently
• Drive exceptional guest service and maintain high satisfaction levels
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members to achieve their full potential
• Foster a positive and engaging workplace culture
• Develop and implement training initiatives across the F&B team
• Monitor compliance with WHS policies and procedures
• Ensure RSA compliance across all team members
• Liaise with guests and internal departments to promptly resolve issues and maintain service excellence
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the department

ABOUT YOU

You are an energetic hospitality professional who leads by example and inspires those around you.

You'll bring:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar Food & Beverage leadership role
• Demonstrated experience managing and motivating teams
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• A solutions-focused approach and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to service excellence
• Current RSA certification
• Flexibility and a positive "can-do" attitude
• A genuine passion for hospitality and guest experience