About EVT: Rydges North Sydney is part of EVT, one of Australasia’s market-leading experience creators offering careers that can take you wherever you want to go across entertainment, ventures, and travel. In a world of cookie cutter experiences, here at EVT we believe in changing the game. It’s why we all call ourselves Daymakers - because each day is a chance to add the wow factor for our customers and continually grow in our own careers.

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 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection and Australia’s most loved year round alpine resort, Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once you’re in, there’s no limits on where your career could take you.

About the Role

Nestled in the vibrant heart of North Sydney, Rydges North Sydney is a contemporary hotel perfectly positioned just minutes from the CBD via the new Victoria Cross Metro Station. Newly transformed and home to the modern Wattle Bar + Kitchen, the hotel combines strong business appeal with relaxed harbourside charm. With outstanding transport connectivity and proximity to Sydney’s key commercial and lifestyle precincts, this is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced General Manager to lead a high-profile property and drive its next phase of success.

We are looking for a game changing General Manager that is hungry for their next big challenge! As our chief host and brand ambassador, you’ll be a visible, energising presence - shaping a hotel where regulars feel at home and unforgettable moments happen.

This role is key to delivering EVT’s Hospitality vision. You’ll drive performance, inspire a high energy culture, and lead with purpose. Delivering exceptional service, driving revenue, and keeping operations running at their best, while leading with energy and purpose.

Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of proven experience in a GM role coming from a high end 4 or 5 start resorts or Hotels.
• Experience dealing with managed hotels and working alongside owners that are present and involved in the hotel’s operation.
• Strong sales and operational background with a track record of achieving revenue growth and profitability.
• Proactive understand of Events, with a strong focus on weddings and marketing.
• Deep understanding of operational frameworks, risk mitigation, and WH& S compliance.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to be present, visible, and approachable across all areas of the business.
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams, drive engagement, and develop talent.
• Experience in managing budgets, forecasts, and Profit & Loss reports with strategic insight through data.
• Strong sales and customer experience mindset, with the ability to act as brand ambassador and chief host.
• Ability to foster community relationships and maintain strong stakeholder networks.
• Comfortable driving innovation and continuous improvement across service and operations.
• Committed to upholding company values, ethical standards, and corporate social responsibility.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead hotel operations in alignment with EVT’s Vision, Goals, Purpose and Values.
• Role model company policies with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Drive revenue growth, market share, and profitability through strategic leadership.
• Build a high performing, engaged team culture focused on development and retention.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences and respond proactively to feedback.
• Oversee financial performance, including budgets, forecasts, and cost control.
• Champion innovation through new revenue and efficiency initiatives.
• Maintain strong relationships with guests, team members, owners, and the local community.
• Maximise asset value through effective use of physical space and operational excellence.
• Uphold EVT’s ethical and business standards, CSR commitments, and workplace values.

How You Work

• Inclusive leader — values diverse perspectives; builds belonging.
• Owner’s mindset — acts on data/feedback; ships improvements.
• Hands-on and non-hierarchical — leads from the front.
• 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.

Apply Now

Join Rydges North Sydney and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker.

Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day.

Send your CV and a short cover letter. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and review applications as they come in - don’t wait! We can’t wait to see the places your career will go with EVT.

When you click apply, you’ll be taken to our secure EVT careers portal (powered by Dayforce). This is our official system for managing applications across the EVT Group. You’ll simply enter your details and answer a few quick screening questions so we can get to know you better.