Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

The Hotel

Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport is a 315 room Hotel located in Mascot near the Sydney domestic airport and home to our very own La Boca Restaurant and Bar specializing in Argentinean cuisine and 11 function rooms ideal for a wide range of events from small meetings to 300 plus large conferences.

Stamford Hotels and Resorts (SPSA) is seeking an energetic detail-driven Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to join our Food & Beverage team. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced hotel environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences while supporting and developing a high-performing team.

The Role

Reporting to the Executive Assistant Manager the Assistant Food & Beverage Manager will support the management of F&B operations across La Boca Restaurant & Bar Banquets & Events and Room Service. You will work closely with operational leaders kitchen and events teams to ensure a seamless and premium guest experience while assisting with staff development rostering cost control and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily management of F&B operations across all outlets.
• Lead train coach and mentor front-of-house team members empowering them to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Ensure seamless coordination with kitchen banquets events and sales teams.
• Assist with roster preparation payroll and labour cost management.
• Oversee inventory control and stock management for F&B outlets.
• Contribute to revenue growth and cost control initiatives supporting financial targets for outlets.
• Conduct pre-shift briefings and post-service debriefings to maintain service standards.
• Handle guest feedback and service recovery professionally.
• Ensure compliance with RSA WHS HACCP food safety and hotel brand standards.
• Support succession planning and development of high-potential team members.
• Assist in planning and executing promotional campaigns special events and functions.
• Stay informed on industry trends and recommend opportunities to improve operational efficiency and guest experience.
• Flexibly work across mornings evenings weekends public holidays and event service periods.

What Were Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant management role within Food & Beverage operations.
• Experience in a 45star hotel high-volume restaurant or conference & events environment.
• Hands-on leadership style with strong coaching and mentoring skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills thriving under pressure.
• Guest-focused mindset with commitment to premium service standards.
• Knowledge of POS systems and F&B operational procedures.
• A current RSA and full working rights in Australia.

Skills & Attributes

• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Fast accurate and able to juggle competing deadlines.
• A proactive can-do mindset with strong follow-through.
• Confident communicator with a professional and friendly approach.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with high-volume workflows.
• A team player who supports operational excellence consistently and reliably.

Whats in it for You

Employees of Stamford Hotels and Resorts are entitled to many outstanding benefits including:

• Great opportunities for career development.
• The opportunity to work with industry professionals in an exciting hotel environment.
• Complimentary duty meals and car parking.
• Complimentary uniform cleaning.

Why Join Stamford

At Stamford we take pride in delivering exceptional service not only to our guests but also to our team. Youll be joining a supportive Food & Beverage team and a brand that values professionalism collaboration and growth. Youll also have opportunities to learn across operations rostering cost management guest service and staff development perfect for someone building a strong career in hospitality management.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for the above position please forward your application (covering letter and CV) via the link note we will ONLY be contacting candidates who are successful for an interview.

The successful applicant must hold or be willing to obtain a National Police Clearance.

Stamford Hotels and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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