General Manager/Licensee

seek.com.au; Lismore City Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Seek Australia seeks an experienced General Manager / Licensee for an established hospitality business in the Northern Rivers. Lead day-to-day operations and develop a high-performing team to deliver consistent guest experiences.

Hands-on leadership, strong commercial judgement, and focus on food and beverage are essential. RSA and RCG certificates are required; you will own venue performance and drive improvements using reporting and local insights.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing hospitality operations.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Ability to use reporting to drive performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily venue operations and maintain service standards.
• Recruit, mentor and develop hospitality team.
• Create a positive working environment and lead by example.
• Oversee the food and beverage offering with focus on quality and guest experience.
• Use reporting and analysis to identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

General management

Leadership

Guest service

Operations focus

Job description

Northern Rivers, NSW | Full-time | Competitive remuneration

About the opportunity

An established hospitality business in the Northern Rivers is seeking an experienced General Manager / Licensee to lead day-to-day operations and develop a high-performing team.

This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who combines sound commercial judgement with a strong focus on food, beverage and guest service. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of venue performance and help shape its continued success.

The role

Lead daily venue operations and maintain consistent service standards.

Recruit, mentor and develop a capable hospitality team.

Create a positive, proactive working environment and lead by example.

Oversee the food and beverage offering with a focus on quality and the guest experience.

Use reporting and analysis to understand performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

About you

Previous hotel management experience, including knowledge of bar, food and accommodation operations.

Current RSA and RCG certificates.

A practical, hands‑on management style and the confidence to lead independently.

Strong people skills, sound judgement and a professional approach.

A passion for hospitality and a commitment to consistent standards.

Experience with hospitality technology systems, reporting and analysis, and an understanding of local customer needs and business drivers will be highly regarded.

What is on offer

An attractive remuneration package and an opportunity to take responsibility for venue performance, develop your team and contribute to the business.