Assistant Venue Manager - Esplanade Hotel Fremantle

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges; Fremantle; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discounts

Movie tickets

Seasonal perks at Thredbo

Career growth

Paid parental leave

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges is seeking an experienced Assistant Outlets Manager to support the Outlets Manager in leading the hotel's Food & Beverage outlets, including Atrium Garden Restaurant, Ball & Chain, Marine Lounge Bar, Poolside Bar, Minibar and Room Service.

This hands-on leadership role covers day-to-day operations, team performance, labour control, guest experience and compliance across outlets, with opportunities for career growth within EVT’s hotel and entertainment network.

Qualifications

• Experience in Food & Beverage, restaurant or hotel outlet management.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a busy hospitality environment.
• Experience with rostering, payroll, COGS and stock management.

Responsibilities

• Support the smooth operation of all Food & Beverage outlets and maintain service standards.
• Lead daily outlet operations and act as Manager-on-Duty as required.
• Prepare rosters, monitor payroll accuracy and labour efficiency.
• Support budgets, forecasts, and monitor COGS, wastage and stock variance.
• Drive revenue through upselling, promotions and commercial initiatives.
• Support beverage menu development and supplier discussions.
• Recruit, onboard, train and coach F&B team.

Skills

Outlets management

Team leadership

Rostering & payroll

Guest service

RSA & liquor licensing knowledge

Cost control & budgeting

Job description

Assistant Venue Manager - Esplanade Hotel Fremantle

Proudly owned and operated in Australia and New Zealand, Rydges offers refreshingly local stays in city, regional and resort-style hotels. We’re not just in the neighbourhood, we’re part of it. Every hotel is designed for ease, connection and quality. From check-in to check-out, our local heroes bring a can-do attitude and “too easy” service. Whether it’s for work or a well-earned break, our place feels like home with the charm of somewhere new. Join us to help make every moment memorable.

EVT has an endless range of roles and careers paths to explore across 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 and Australia’s most loved year round alpine resort, Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once you’re in, there’s no limits on where your career could take you.

About the Role:

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges is seeking an experienced Assistant Outlets Manager to support the Outlets Manager in leading the hotel's Food & Beverage outlets: Atrium Garden Restaurant, Ball & Chain, Marine Lounge Bar, Poolside Bar, Minibar and Room Service.

This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for day-to-day operations, team performance, labour and cost control, guest experience and compliance across the outlets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the smooth operation of all Food & Beverage outlets and maintain consistent service standards.
• Lead daily outlet operations and act as Manager-on-Duty when required, including opening, closing and floor operations.
• Prepare and publish rosters, monitor payroll accuracy and manage labour efficiency in line with business levels.
• Support budgets and forecasts; monitor COGS, wastage, ordering, stocktakes and stock variance.
• Drive revenue and profitability through upselling, promotions, activations, menu engineering and other commercial initiatives.
• Support beverage menu development, supplier discussions and product selection.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, coaching and performance management of the Food & Beverage team.
• Engage with guests, resolve service issues and maintain effective service recovery and follow-up.
• Ensure compliance with RSA, liquor licensing, food safety, WHS, hygiene and environmental health requirements.
• Work closely with other hotel departments and support hotel-wide events, projects and activations.

About You:

• Demonstrated experience in Food & Beverage, restaurant or hotel outlet management or in a supervisory capacity.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a busy hospitality environment and maintain strong service standards.
• Practical experience with rostering, payroll or labour control, COGS, stock management and revenue performance.
• Strong guest service, communication, coaching and problem-solving skills.
• Sound working knowledge of RSA, liquor licensing, food safety and WHS requirements.
• A hands‑on leadership style and flexible availability across mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

How You Work:

• Daymaker ethos — no one’s too big for the small things.
• Inclusive leader — values diverse perspectives; builds belonging.

Perks from Day One:

As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels - no ivory towers.

• 50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels – QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo and more.
• $2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar.
• Seasonal perks at Thredbo.
• Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network.
• Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and review applications as they come in - don’t wait! We can’t wait to see the places your career will go with EVT.

Our Fremantle accommodation options pay tribute to the past with amenities for the future

Savour the culture and tradition of Western Australia’s premier tourist destination when staying at the Esplanade Hotel Fremantle – by Rydges. Our Fremantle accommodation options pay tribute to the history of our building while incorporating references to Fremantle as a port city, creating an environment that is rich, warm and sophisticated for business and leisure travellers alike.

Professionals will appreciate our Fremantle accommodation’s ideal location near the Perth CBD, while those on holiday can easily access Bathers Beach, Rottnest Island and Kings Park and Botanic Gardens.

The prompt and friendly staff at Esplanade Hotel Fremantle – by Rydges offer 4.5‑star services to ensure your stay is as productive and/or relaxing as you desire. With an award-winning refurbished main entrance and lobby boasting a modern, light and open feel, our Fremantle accommodation options are among the best in the region. The Hotel lobby and atrium feature bold sculptures and beautiful local photography by Western Australian artists such as Tony Jones and Neal Pritchard in addition to some great historic photographs of Fremantle.