Restaurant and Bar Manager | InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach

InterContinental Hotels Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach is seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Manager to lead front-of-house operations across Shutters Restaurant & Bar, the Pool Bar and In-Room Dining. You will be responsible for day‑to‑day operation and performance, ensuring memorable guest experiences, strong financial results and an engaged service-focused team.

You are a passionate hospitality professional who thrives on leading from the floor, building high‑performing teams, and delivering exceptional

Qualifications

• Must have unrestricted and permanent working rights in Australia (sponsorship is not available)
• Previous experience as an F&B Manager, venue/restaurant manager or senior outlet leader in a luxury hotel group
• Strong demonstrated food, wine and beverage knowledge
• Proven experience managing financial performance, labour costs and inventory; using relevant hotel systems
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills
• A hands-on management style and strong attention to detail
• Current RSA certification

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional and personalised guest experiences across premium dining outlets.
• Lead service during peak periods and remain actively engaged on the floor.
• Drive beverage and wine sales through strong product knowledge and recommendations.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development and guest offerings.
• Manage special events, functions and private dining experiences.
• Resolve guest concerns professionally and effectively.
• Recruit, train, mentor and develop a high-performing team.
• Foster a positive, safe and inclusive workplace culture.
• Conduct performance reviews, coaching and ongoing development.
• Lead by example and uphold the highest grooming and service standards.
• Create a collaborative environment where team members feel empowered and motivated.
• Drive revenue growth and identify opportunities to maximise profitability.
• Monitor departmental budgets and achieve financial targets.
• Manage labour costs, rosters and productivity.
• Oversee stock control, purchasing and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with RSA, food safety, WHS and company standards.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• Support sustainability and ESG initiatives.
• Partner with departments across the hotel to deliver seamless guest experiences.

Job description

Located on the shores of sparkling Coogee Beach, the InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach redefines coastal luxury. Perfectly positioned on Sydney’s iconic beachfront, the reimagined hotel offers 198 elegantly designed rooms and suites, many with uninterrupted ocean views, alongside an infinity pool, world class dining and a vibrant pool bar and leisure deck.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Food & Beverage Manager to lead and manage the front-of-house operations across our premium dining outlets, including Shutters Restaurant & Bar, the Pool Bar and In-Room Dining.

Reporting to the Area General Manager - Restaurants & Bars, this is a senior, hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on the floor, enjoys building high-performing teams, and is committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You are a passionate hospitality professional who leads from the front and genuinely enjoys engaging with both guests and team members. You are naturally curious about food and beverage, a genuine foodie, and someone who loves discovering new products, flavours, trends and experiences. You bring energy, enthusiasm and a desire to continuously learn and share your knowledge with others.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and performance of the F&B restaurant, bar and IRD operations, ensuring memorable guest experiences, strong financial results, and the development of an engaged and service-focused team. You will work closely with the culinary team to deliver outstanding food and beverage offerings while maintaining the highest standards of service, presentation, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Guest Experience

• Deliver exceptional and personalised guest experiences.

• Build strong relationships with guests, local community members and returning clientele.

• Lead service during peak periods and remain actively engaged on the floor.

• Drive beverage and wine sales through strong product knowledge and recommendations.

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development and guest offerings.

• Manage special events, functions and private dining experiences.

• Resolve guest concerns professionally and effectively.

Leadership & People

• Recruit, train, mentor and develop a high-performing team.

• Foster a positive, safe and inclusive workplace culture.

• Conduct performance reviews, coaching and ongoing development.

• Lead by example and uphold the highest grooming and service standards.

• Create a collaborative environment where team members feel empowered and motivated.

Financial & Commercial Performance

• Drive revenue growth and identify opportunities to maximise profitability.

• Monitor departmental budgets and achieve financial targets.

• Manage labour costs, rosters and productivity.

• Oversee stock control, purchasing and inventory management.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure compliance with RSA, food safety, WHS and company standards.

• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation.

• Support sustainability and ESG initiatives.

• Partner with departments across the hotel to deliver seamless guest experiences.

About You

• You are a passionate hospitality professional who leads from the front and genuinely enjoys engaging with both guests and team members.

• Must have unrestricted and permanent working rights in Australia (sponsorship is not available)

• Previous experience as an F&B Manager, venue/restaurant manager or senior outlet leader in a luxury hotel group.

• Strong demonstrated food, wine and beverage knowledge.

• Proven experience managing financial performance, labour costs and inventory; using relevant hotel systems.

• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.

• A hands‑on management style and strong attention to detail.

• Current RSA certification.

What We Offer

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

We are proud to be IHG and we know you will be too. Visit http://careers.ihg.com/ to find out more about us.