Night Manager - Rydges North Sydney

Rydges Hotels & Resorts; North Sydney Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off dining and stays across EVT/HT

$2 movie tickets + discounts on cinema

Seasonal perks at Thredbo

Rapid career growth across hotel &

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Rydges Hotels & Resorts North Sydney is seeking a Night Manager to oversee all hotel operations during the night shift, ensuring security, smooth service, and timely guest responses. You will lead the night team, coordinate with Housekeeping, Reservations and Maintenance, and complete accurate night audits.

The role requires strong guest service, proficiency with front office systems and night audit processes, and solid leadership and WH&S knowledge.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in front office or overnight hotel operations acting as the manager on duty.
• Strong guest service capability, with tact, diplomacy, and urgency.
• Highly proficient in front office systems, night audit processes, and hotel property management software.
• Experienced in accurate financial reconciliation, including posting revenue and balancing payments.
• Well-developed communication and leadership skills, supervising night staff and collaboration.
• Comprehensive knowledge of WH&S guidelines and local hotel procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all hotel operations during the night shift, ensuring security and service standards.
• Deliver exceptional guest service, including check-ins/outs and responding to concerns.
• Complete the night audit process accurately with proper documentation.
• Supervise night team members, maintaining performance standards and policy adherence.
• Collaborate with Housekeeping, Reservations, and Maintenance for guest readiness.
• Maintain operational readiness by completing opening/closing duties and safeguarding equipment.

Skills

Guest service

Front office systems

Night audit processes

Leadership

Communication

WH&S knowledge

Tools

PMS software

Job description

Rydges Hotels & Resorts – North Sydney NSW

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 140entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150award winningrestaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges,Atura,LyLo, Independent CollectionandAustralia’s most lovedyear roundalpine resort,Thredbo.Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Onceyou’rein,there’sno limits on where your career could take you.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all hotel operations during the night shift, ensuring security, service standards, and smooth departmental coordination.
• Deliver exceptional guest service, including check‑ins/outs, responding to concerns, and ensuring all requests are actioned and followed through.
• Complete the night audit process accurately, ensuring all revenue and payments are posted, balanced, and supported with correct documentation.
• Supervise night team members, maintaining communication, performance standards, and adherence to operational policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with Housekeeping, Reservations, and Maintenance to ensure rooms and guest needs are prepared and delivered accurately.
• Maintain operational readiness by completing opening/closing duties, protecting equipment, and supporting other departments when required.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience in front office or overnight hotel operations acting as the manager on duty.
• Strong guest service capability, with expertise in anticipating needs and resolving issues with tact, diplomacy, and urgency.
• Highly proficient in front office systems, night audit processes, and hotel property management software.
• Experienced in accurate financial reconciliation, including posting revenue, balancing payments, and identifying discrepancies.
• Well‑developed communication and leadership skills, supervising night staff and maintaining effective inter‑departmental collaboration.
• Comprehensive knowledge of WH&S guidelines, hotel operational procedures, and local area information relevant to guest experience.

How You Work

• Hands‑on and non‑hierarchical — leads from the front.
• Resilient and solutions‑focused — stays calm, moves fast.
• Growth mindset — learns, shares, and levels up others.

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