Novotel Melbourne Preston is located in the Melbourne's vibrant inner north, 20 minutes from Melbourne Airport and close to the CBD. Boasting a freshly refurbished lobby, 383 hotel rooms, restaurant and cafe, with one of the largest conference and events facilities within the Melbourne portfolio.

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We are looking for an experienced Food & Beverage leader to manage The Stampton Restaurant and Conference & Events within Novotel Preston's fast paced operations.

As our next Restaurant & Conference Operations Manager, you will:

• Engage, motivate and develop your diverse team and create a positive workplace culture
• Manage all conference and events operations, ensuring client needs are exceptionally met
• Liaise directly with Sales & Marketing team to ensure the team are well prepared for upcoming events 
• Manage all operational requirements of the Restaurant and Bar 
• Have a flexible approach to adapting to guest requests, and have the necessary skill to actively resolve complaints and challenges presented by customers.
• Complete all administrative and planning elements for the department such as, rostering, reporting, packages and promotions to drive revenue and increase exposure as well as stocktake and ordering.
• Experienced with local marketing knowledge in the restaurant industry an advantage.
• Have an innovative mindset

• The possession of a valid RSA
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as Food & Beverage Supervisor/Duty Manager or Assistant Restaurant Manager in a similar business
• Have a strong focus on training and developing team members
• Sound operational experience of corporate conferencing and events
• A strong communicator with well-developed stakeholder management, internal and external
• Someone who is exceptionally organised, with the ability to prioritise in order to meet allocated timelines and budgets
• The ability to work a flexible roster including mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays
• Have full Australian Work Rights

Benefits and Perks

• Ongoing career and professional development opportunities.
• Dynamic and flexible role
• Free on-site car park while on duty
• Training and career development opportunities locally and worldwide
• Work along-side experienced and dedicated professional hoteliers 
• Global discounts on hotel accommodation & Food and Beverage, including special rates with our partnership brands