Sails Port Macquarie by Rydges is part of EVT, and being a part of EVT means believing in changing the game. Why? Because no one wants ordinary. If you're seeking to be part of the kind of wow-factor moments you can help shape, then you've come to the right place.

About EVT:

As market-leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best-known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes 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 by EVT and Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.

About Rydges

Proudly Australian & New Zealand owned, Rydges Hotels & Resorts provides a diverse range of elevated city, suburban, and resort-style hotels. From classic charm to sophisticated style, our properties have every detail considered to deliver a refreshingly local experience with exceptional comforts catering to all guests. Join our team of local heroes dedicated to enhancing every guest’s stay.

About the Role

Welcome to Sails Port Macquarie, a breath taking 4.5-star waterfront hotel with 92 guest rooms and suites. Our spacious event venues, including a Wedding Chapel, along with our restaurant and bar, offer the perfect setting to unwind and rejuvenate. This role would be ideal for a GM who is looking to take on a larger hotel with a passion for driving excellences and can drive successful business and sales outcomes. You’ll work closely with the Area GM and Owners on maximising the hotels revenue and occupancy.

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 every night.

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 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.

Benefits & Perks

• Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
• 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo and more.
• $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
• Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
• Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.
• Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.
• Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company

Join the team 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.

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.