Food and Beverage Operations Manager Lancemore Macedon Ranges

Lancemore Hotel Group; Lancefield; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Staff discounts

Incentives

Team activities

Boutique hotel group

Job summary

Lancemore Macedon Ranges is seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Operations Manager to lead our premium F&B team across weddings, conferences and events. You’ll partner with the Executive Chef and leadership to deliver exceptional hospitality, drive revenue, control costs and maintain high service standards in a fast-paced, guest‑facing environment.

You are a confident, hands-on leader with strong people skills, a track record of managing labour, stock, and profitability, and a passion for

Qualifications

• Experience leading F&B in hotel, resort, conference or events
• Proven track record delivering high-end weddings and events
• Strong knowledge of wine and beverages
• Excellent leadership and communication
• Focus on revenue, cost control and profitability

Responsibilities

• Lead the F&B operation across weddings, conferences and events
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and leadership team to deliver exceptional hospitality
• Develop and coach the F&B team to drive service excellence
• Manage labour rosters, stock control and cost efficiency to maximise profitability
• Maintain high service standards during peak event periods and complex operations

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Commercial acumen

Roster management

Stock control

Education

Hospitality management degree or equivalent

Job description

Where Great Hospitality Meets Exceptional Experiences

Food & Beverage Operations Manager | Lancemore Macedon Ranges | Lead Exceptional Experiences

Nestled in the beautiful Macedon Ranges, Lancemore Macedon Ranges is a premium Victorian hospitality destination renowned for weddings, conferences, corporate events and exceptional dining experiences.

As part of the Lancemore Hotel Group, we’re looking for a passionate and experienced Food & Beverage Operations Manager to lead our F&B operation and play a key role in creating memorable experiences for our guests.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, you’ll work closely with the Executive Chef and wider leadership team to deliver exceptional food and beverage experiences across weddings, conferences and events.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced events environment, loves being hands‑on and has a strong focus on people, service and commercial performance. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the F&B experience, develop your team and drive the continued growth of the operation.

If you’re passionate about hospitality, love creating memorable experiences and want to make your mark at one of Victoria’s most unique event destinations, we’d love to hear from you.

About You

You are a confident and energetic hospitality leader who understands what it takes to deliver exceptional service in a high‑end events environment. You are equally comfortable engaging with guests on the floor, coaching your team and reviewing the commercial performance of the department.

You Will Have

• Previous experience managing a Food & Beverage operation within a hotel, resort, conference or events environment.
• Proven experience delivering high‑end weddings, conferences and events.
• Strong technical service skills and sound knowledge of food, wine and beverage.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and develop your team.
• Strong commercial and business acumen, with a focus on revenue, cost control and profitability.
• Experience managing labour and building effective, commercially focused rosters.
• Strong understanding of stock management, purchasing, wastage and beverage cost control.
• The ability to maintain consistently high service standards during busy and complex event periods.
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities to improve the F&B operation and grow revenue.
• A strong focus on accountability, ownership and delivering results.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills with both guests and team members.
• The ability to work collaboratively with the General Manager, Executive Chef and wider leadership team.
• A genuine commitment to developing people and building a strong team culture. Immaculate presentation and a professional approach.
• Flexibility and willingness to work weekends and across peak event periods.
• A genuine passion for food, wine, hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, success will be measured by more than simply getting through service.

You will be expected to build a team that takes pride in what they do, delivers consistent and engaging service, and understands the importance of commercial performance.

You Will Help Drive

• Consistent, high‑quality guest experiences.
• Strong F&B revenue and profitability.
• Effective labour and roster management.
• Improved stock control and reduced wastage.
• High standards of food and beverage service.
• A positive and accountable team culture.
• Strong collaboration between F&B, Kitchen, Events and Operations.
• Continued development of our conference and wedding dining experiences.

About Lancemore Macedon Ranges

Set across 274 acres of idyllic Australian bushland with spectacular views towards the Macedon Ranges, Lancemore Macedon Ranges is a unique destination designed around unforgettable group experiences.

Located approximately 65 minutes from Melbourne, our property features guest accommodation, purpose‑built conference facilities, beautiful dining spaces, extensive outdoor areas and an established weddings and events business.

Our F&B operation plays a central role in the guest experience, delivering everything from corporate conferences through to large‑scale weddings and special events.

With seasonal menus, quality local produce, an extensive wine offering and a strong focus on hosted hospitality, this is an opportunity for an experienced F&B leader to make a genuine impact on the operation.

About Lancemore

Founded in 1986, the Lancemore Group is an Australian family‑owned boutique lifestyle hotel group with a portfolio spanning accommodation, conferences and meetings, weddings and events, wellness and acclaimed food and beverage experiences.

We are passionate about developing our people and creating an environment where individuals are empowered to take ownership, achieve results and build a rewarding hospitality career.

We Offer

• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Generous staff discounts across Lancemore properties.
• Company‑wide incentives.
• Team social activities.
• The opportunity to work within an established Australian boutique hotel group.
• A supportive leadership environment where your ideas and contribution are valued.

Ready to Make Your Mark?

If you are an experienced hospitality leader who is passionate about food, beverage, people and exceptional guest experiences, and you are looking for an opportunity to take ownership of a high‑end events operation, we would love to hear from you.

Our Values

Fun | Authentic Hospitality | Caring | Ownership Mindset | Performance | Growth