Rydges Hotels & Resorts 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 Hotels & Resorts:
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

The function of the bar manager is to drive and develop the team to perform at a World Class level. The individual will be fully accountable for the entire financial outcome of their allocated department – Wages, COGS, Expenses, maintenance, & overheads.

The bar manager will assist in the responsibility for managing operational and staffing requirements for the department, maintaining the highest of standards at all times. They will take leadership and direction in implementing regular trainings and ensure thorough inductions for new employees are complete.

In summary, it is not the intention to list all the responsibilities pertaining to this position, but to highlight the most important aspects.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Responsible for the people, product, service of the beverage program within the hotel.
• Continually analyze and assess performance of the beverage program against its stated objectives; formulate strategies and enact remedies as appropriate alongside the VM.
• Work in conjunction with F& B, Sales, and marketing teams to formulate and strategies business and sales ideas – Explore opportunities through research and early activations.
• Assist F& B director and VM’s with staff recruitment, training and rostering of Front of House staff in order to ensure guest expectations are exceeded at all times. Training calendar to be created.
• Systems and point of sale operations.
• Monitor production from the bar & kitchen to ensure high beverage & food standards for all guests.
• Involvement in relevant WHS, sustainability and food safety sub committees.
• Maintain wage and beverage costs as per targets – report daily on rostered Vs actual.
• Ensure optimum performance in specific duties and special projects as assigned.
• Lead by example in providing excellent customer service in a warm and friendly manner, and showing pride in the QT brand.
• Maintain formal training plans, and conduct “on the job” training sessions for Front of House staff
• Implement SOP’s (floor & bar), opening and closing procedures, various checklists required for service, ensuring standards are maintained at all times
• Monitor the floor and when under pressure during service, be of assistance in supervision and operation
• Monitor service personnel’s appearance and grooming
• Effective rostering to ensure all regular service and events are adequately covered, with sufficient notice given to staff
• Maintain a daily, weekly and monthly inspection check for all areas. Ensure proper follow up to attain maximum cleanliness and security. Record and communicate any maintenance and cleanliness issues.
• Maintain cost control to ensure the Events department budgeted profit is achieved
• Ensure good management of beverage and consumable stock levels, liaising with suppliers of packaging, beverage and other items as required
• Ensure weekly and monthly beverage stock takes are performed
• Ensure monthly crockery, cutlery and glassware stock takes are performed
• Ensure a clear and open communication with business owner and senior managers
• Ensure a clear and open communication with F& B directors & Head Chef in regards to events needs
• Be aware of and adhere to all procedures including security, fire and the Workplace Health and Safety Act
• Be familiar with and observe all house rules and policies as set out in the Employee Handbook.

Skills and Experience

• Hold current Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate
• Excellent personal presentation
• Project a professional image at all times
• Demonstrate hygienic work practices
• Organize time and work efficiently & effectively
• Establish rapport easily
• Work under pressure without negative impact
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Develop and maintain co-operative working relationships
• Have the ability and willingness to undertake further development
• Have a positive “can do” attitude
• Understand the requirements of working in the events industry and embrace them

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.
• 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 Rydges Hotels & Resorts 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 will be directed through to our Job Ad listed on Dayforce which is the platform in place to track all of our applicants when applying for roles with the EVT group. You will be asked to enter in your information and answer some screening questions when applying.