Operations Manager

Minor Food Holding Co., Ltd.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Exclusive Hotel Deals

Global Perks

Retail Rewards

Experiences

Banking and Insurance

Generous Leave

Wellness Boost

Job summary

Avani Living Queen's Wharf Residences in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead daily hotel operations across Front Office, Housekeeping and Maintenance. The role focuses on delivering exceptional guest experiences while balancing strong commercial outcomes.

You will partner with the General Manager to drive guest satisfaction, coach high-performing teams, manage rosters including weekends/evenings, and monitor financial performance to maximize owner returns.

Qualifications

• Experience as a hotel Department Head or Operations Manager.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and control costs.
• Solid understanding of hotel operations and commercial performance.
• Hands-on, proactive problem-solving in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and inspire Front Office, Housekeeping and Maintenance to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Provide operational leadership across all areas of the hotel, ensuring seamless guest experience and high service standards.
• Oversee daily hotel operations, including rotational management roster coverage, with weekend/evening flexibility.
• Lead hotel operations during peak trading periods, ensuring teams are supported and service remains exceptional.
• Drive guest experience and service excellence by managing feedback, resolving issues, and implementing improvements.
• Support brand activations, events, and initiatives to enhance engagement and performance.
• Drive a positive workplace culture through coaching, mentoring, and development of team members.
• Monitor property performance, presentation and profitability, ensuring standards and financial targets.
• Drive hotel profit and expense management by monitoring budgets and maximizing revenue opportunities.
• Conduct regular financial reviews, including P&L analysis, to support outcomes and owner returns.

Skills

Front Office Leadership

Housekeeping & Maintenance Leadership

Budgeting & Cost Control

P&L Analysis

Guest Experience Excellence

Team Development

Operational Leadership

Job description

Overview

Minor Hotels is one of Australasia's largest accommodation providers, managing over 70 properties in the region and a global portfolio of 640 properties across more than 66 countries. Our brands, Anantara, Avani, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow, and Tivoli, span six continents, including Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America. Joining Minor means partnering with a diverse, expanding global organisation offering boundless opportunities to thrive and succeed.

Lead. Inspire. Elevate the Guest Experience.

Avani Living Queen's Wharf Residences is seeking an experienced and energetic Operations Manager to help shape the future of one of Brisbane's most exciting lifestyle destinations.

Working closely with the General Manager, you'll lead daily hotel operations, inspire high-performing teams, and deliver exceptional guest experiences across Front Office, Housekeeping and Maintenance. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing guest service excellence with strong commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Lead, coach and inspire our Front Office, Housekeeping and Maintenance teams to create memorable guest experiences and maintain exceptional property standards.
• Provide operational leadership across all areas of the hotel, ensuring a seamless guest experience and high service standards.
• Oversee daily hotel operations, including rotational management roster coverage, with flexibility to work weekends and evenings as required.
• Lead hotel operations during peak trading periods, ensuring teams are well supported and service delivery remains exceptional.
• Drive guest experience and service excellence by proactively managing guest feedback, resolving issues, and implementing continuous improvements.
• Support brand activations, property events, and special initiatives to enhance guest engagement and property performance.
• Drive a positive and engaged workplace culture through effective coaching, mentoring, and development of team members.
• Monitor property performance, presentation, and profitability, ensuring all areas meet company standards and financial targets.
• Drive hotel profit and expense management by monitoring budgets, controlling costs, and maximising revenue opportunities.
• Conduct regular financial reviews, including P&L analysis, to support strong commercial outcomes and owner returns.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a hotel Department Head, Operations Manager, or senior operational leadership role within a hotel environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, control costs, support financial performance, and achieve operational targets.
• A strong understanding of hotel operations, guest service delivery, and commercial performance.
• A passion for hospitality and a commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• Professional presentation and a proactive, hands‑on approach to problem-solving.
• Flexibility to adapt to a dynamic hotel environment and changing operational requirements.

Additional Information

At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success. Joining Minor means, you'll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance:

What We Offer:

• Career Growth: Learning and development programs to boost your career.
• Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.
• Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands.
• Retail Rewards: Cashback and discounts at 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.
• Experiences: Discounted entertainment and activities.
• Banking and Insurance: Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits.
• Generous Leave: Parental and birthday leave.
• Wellness Boost: EAP and tailored wellness support.

Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.