Assistant Manager - Cucina Porto

The Star Entertainment Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on site

Uniform laundering

Competitive hourly rate

Discounts on restaurants & accom

Career development

Job summary

The Star Entertainment Group in Sydney is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a team in delivering the daily operations of the venue, reporting directly to the Venue Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to create a memorable guest experience with integrity and care.

Your leadership will influence Food & Beverage excellence across a busy venue, ensuring safety, standards, and staff development are at the forefront of every shift.

Qualifications

• Experience leading in large busy hospitality venues.
• Ability to plan and resource teams and products effectively.
• Strong performance management and cost control skills.
• Exceptional guest service and communication abilities.
• RSA certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Venue Manager to lead and support achievement of targets.
• Oversee rostering, SOPs, training and performance management.
• Develop and evaluate service standards and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with RSA and Liquor Act provisions.
• Assist in recruitment, training and career development.

Skills

Management experience

Planning & resourcing

Performance management

Labour cost control

Guest service

Communication skills

RSA certification

Education

RSA Statement of Attainment

Job description

For three decades, The Star Sydney has been a local landmark, deeply ingrained in Pyrmont and Darling Harbour. Committed to our communities, we strive to create fun in trusted destinations as Australia's premier entertainment hub. Our Forbes 5-star hotel, The Darling, and state-of-the-art venues including The Star Event Centre and The Lyric Theatre have hosted prestigious events and international acts. With extraordinary dining options, including Sokyo, BLACK Bar and Grill, and our vibrant Sports Bar where the action is live and loud, we are dedicated to delivering the ultimate entertainment, hospitality, and dining experiences for all.

Cucina Porto - Every day feels like a taste of Italy! Whether you're catching up with friends or unwinding after a long day, our vibrant atmosphere and mouthwatering offerings make it the ultimate venue to dine at with an authentic cuisine!

As an Assistant Manager, you will be reporting directly to the Venue where you will lead a team in delivering the daily operations of the venue.

This is a fantastic opportunity where you will have the opportunity to create a unique experience for our guests, take good care, and lead a dynamic team with integrity.

A few of your responsibilities:

• Assist Venue Manager to lead and support achievement of financial and operational targets
• Oversee operational functions that include rostering requirements, standard operating procedures, training and performance management
• Assist with the development, implementation and evaluation of service standards and standard operating procedures
• Ensure that all areas of the business comply with the Responsible Service of Alcohol program and relevant provisions of the Liquor Act
• Assist in managing the selection, training and development of all employees to ensure timely recruitment and career growth
  

What we are looking for:

• Management experience within in a similar large busy environment, with a thorough knowledge of food and beverages
• Demonstrated ability in planning and resourcing people and products, performance management and controlling labour costs and operating expenses
• Exceptional guest service skills with a proactive attitude and natural ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of guests
• Current RSA Statement of Attainment
• Flexible with availability for work over a 7-day roster
  

About you:

As an expert in Management, you understand the essence of leading a team to deliver a world-class service. With exceptional communication skills and ability to create a fresh, positive and exciting environment where safety and service are paramount, you’re poised to excel in this role.

Your role will be pivotal in shaping the success of our Food & Beverage Leadership team at The Star.

What we can offer you:

• Complimentary meal on site every day including hot meals, sandwich bar and more
• Uniform laundered and ready for you daily on property
• Competitive Hourly rate, plus penalty rates for weekends and public holidays
• Discounted parking + other transport optionsUp to 30% discounts across award winning restaurants and accommodation
• Career development, training, and courses via The Star Academy - limitless career opportunities
• Diversity & Inclusion areas of focus including Multicultural, Gender, Aboriginal & Torres Strait islander and LGBTQI+
  

Please be aware that eligibility checks are required as part of the recruitment process and ongoing employment for this position.

Our culture

At The Star, we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that we know will contribute to exceptional experiences for our guests, a great place to work for our team members and positive outcomes for our communities. We believe in authenticity that embodies our Company values = Build Memorable Connections, Own It, Lead with Integrity, and Take Good Care.

We welcome applications from all cultures, ages, religions, genders, LGBTQI+ people, Australia’s First Nations Peoples, and people with disabilities. We recognise the distinctive challenges that trans and gender-diverse applicants may encounter during the recruitment process. We offer a range of flexible working options for team members to find a balance between work and life that’s right for them and their unique well-being needs.

The Star was awarded WGEA Employer of Citation for Gender Equality (2022-24) and has been recognised as a 2024 GOLD Employer by the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), which evaluates LGBTQI+ inclusiveness in the workplace.

It’s your time to SHINE!