F&B Team Leader - High-Volume Luxury Dining

EVT Limited; The Rocks; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off dining and stays across EVT

$2 movie tickets and Gold Class/ Moonl

Seasonal perks at Thredbo

Rapid career growth

Paid parental leave

Community & volunteering opportunities

Job summary

EVT Limited is seeking a Food and Beverage Team Leader for Harbour Rocks Hotel in The Rocks, Sydney. You’ll lead TAYIM restaurant operations, ensure polished service and guide guests through a wine- and dish-forward dining experience.

You’ll manage busy dinner service, mentor staff, and collaborate with kitchen and bar teams to maintain top standards while upselling and enhancing guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years' experience in a busy, full-service restaurant.
• Strong understanding of restaurant service sequences, table management and the demands of a fast-paced dining environment.
• Ability to confidently manage multiple tables and competing priorities while remaining calm, organised and attentive.
• Excellent food and wine knowledge, with confidence in making recommendations and naturally upselling.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail and a genuine passion for hospitality.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and support the wider team.
• Experience in premium casual dining, quality restaurants or upscale hotel restaurants will be highly regarded.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays, including peak dinner service periods.
• Current NSW RSA certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver polished, engaging and efficient table service, even during high-volume trading periods.
• Confidently manage multiple tables, orders and guest requests while maintaining exceptional service standards.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of the menu, ingredients, wines and beverages, confidently guiding guests through their dining experience.
• Anticipate guest needs, maintain table awareness and ensure a seamless dining experience from arrival to departure.
• Work closely with the kitchen, bar and fellow floor staff to maintain smooth service flow and efficient table turnover.
• Confidently recommend dishes, wines and additional menu items to enhance the guest experience and drive revenue.
• Maintain high standards of restaurant presentation, cleanliness and service readiness.
• Lead fellow team members and contribute to a positive, professional and high-performing restaurant environment.

Skills

Team leadership

Table management

Upselling

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Hospitality knowledge

Education

NSW RSA certification

Job description

EVT Limited is seeking a Food and Beverage Team Leader for Harbour Rocks Hotel in The Rocks, Sydney. You’ll lead TAYIM restaurant operations, ensure polished service and guide guests through a wine- and dish-forward dining experience.

You’ll manage busy dinner service, mentor staff, and collaborate with kitchen and bar teams to maintain top standards while upselling and enhancing guest satisfaction.