Food & Beverage Operations Manager

Hospoworld Resourcing; Kilmore; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regional lifestyle

Supportive leadership culture

Career development opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Hospoworld Resourcing is seeking an energetic Food & Beverage Operations Manager to own event and banquet operations at a 150+ acre regional estate just outside Melbourne. You will lead service across multi-day retreats, conferences, weddings and gala dinners, working closely with the General Manager and Executive Chef.

You will mentor supervisors and casual staff, foster a positive regional team culture, and manage a 7-day roster including late nights, weekends and peak event periods.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as an F&B Manager, Banquet Manager, or Operations Manager in a hotel, resort or high-volume event venue.
• Proven track record delivering high-end banquets, corporate conferences and weddings.
• Adaptable leader who communicates well and builds positive regional team culture.

Responsibilities

• Oversee event and banquet operations across multiple functions from weddings to corporate retreats.
• Lead service execution in collaboration with General Manager and Executive Chef.
• Mentor and manage a team of supervisors and casual event staff to maintain high hospitality standards.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Roster management

Job description

The Opportunity

Our client operates a stunning, 150+ acre regional estate located just over an hour outside Melbourne. Renowned for luxury weddings, corporate conferences, and hosted group escapes, this expansive destination combines high-end hospitality with picturesque natural surroundings.

This role calls for an energetic, floor-led Food & Beverage Operations Manager to take full ownership of the venue’s event and banquet operations. Working closely with the General Manager and Executive Chef, you will lead service execution across all functions—from multi-day corporate retreats to late-running weddings and gala dinners.

You will manage and mentor a dedicated team of supervisors and casual event staff, bringing an adaptable leadership style that connects genuinely with regional teams while upholding strict, high-touch hospitality standards.

The Benefits

• $80k + superannuation with corporate tools of trade
• Great regional lifestyle location within easy driving distance of Melbourne
• Work within a supportive leadership culture backed by a premier, award-winning boutique group
• Clear career development pathways across an expanding group with a strong history of internal promotions
• Enjoy generous group-wide employee discounts on accommodation, F&B, and lifestyle perks

The Candidate

• Minimum of 2 years experience as an F&B Manager, Banquet Manager, or Operations Manager within a hotel, resort, or high-volume event venue
• Proven hands-on track record executing high-end banquets, corporate conferences, and weddings
• An adaptable, relatable leader who understands how to communicate effectively, coach, and build a positive culture with regional teams
• Full availability across a 7-day operational roster, including late nights, weekends, and peak event periods based on event demands

The Opportunity

Our client operates a stunning, 150+ acre regional estate located just over an hour outside Melbourne. Renowned for luxury weddings, corporate conferences, and hosted group escapes, this expansive destination combines high-end hospitality with picturesque natural surroundings.

This role calls for an energetic, floor-led Food & Beverage Operations Manager to take full ownership of the venue’s event and banquet operations. Working closely with the General Manager and Executive Chef, you will lead service execution across all functions—from multi-day corporate retreats to late-running weddings and gala dinners.

You will manage and mentor a dedicated team of supervisors and casual event staff, bringing an adaptable leadership style that connects genuinely with regional teams while upholding strict, high-touch hospitality standards.

The Benefits

• $80k + superannuation with corporate tools of trade
• Great regional lifestyle location within easy driving distance of Melbourne
• Work within a supportive leadership culture backed by a premier, award-winning boutique group
• Clear career development pathways across an expanding group with a strong history of internal promotions
• Enjoy generous group-wide employee discounts on accommodation, F&B, and lifestyle perks

The Candidate

• Minimum of 2 years experience as an F&B Manager, Banquet Manager, or Operations Manager within a hotel, resort, or high-volume event venue
• Proven hands-on track record executing high-end banquets, corporate conferences, and weddings
• An adaptable, relatable leader who understands how to communicate effectively, coach, and build a positive culture with regional teams
• Full availability across a 7-day operational roster, including late nights, weekends, and peak event periods based on event demands