Food and Beverage Manager - Outlets

Job Description

The Food and Beverage Manager – Outlets is responsible for leading the hotel’s restaurants, bars and related service operations. Requirements typically include proven food and beverage management experience, strong knowledge of restaurant standards, budgeting, stock control, staff scheduling and Australian hospitality regulations. A hospitality qualification and experience in a premium or luxury hotel environment are advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to deliver consistently high guest service, achieve revenue and profitability targets, coach and motivate team members, manage operational costs and maintain strong health, safety and hygiene standards. Excellent communication, leadership, organisation and problem-solving skills are essential, along with flexibility to work weekends, evenings and public holidays.

Company Info

Sofitel Brisbane Central is a luxury hotel located in the heart of Brisbane, Queensland, close to the city’s business district, shopping areas, transport connections and major attractions. It operates under Sofitel, Accor’s luxury French hospitality brand, which combines local culture with French-inspired design, cuisine and service. The hotel provides accommodation, dining, meetings, events and wellness facilities for business and leisure guests. As part of Accor, the property offers employees access to an international hospitality network, training opportunities and career mobility across a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts. The Food and Beverage Manager – Outlets role supports the hotel’s dining operations and contributes to guest satisfaction, team performance, commercial results and the delivery of Sofitel’s refined service standards.

Destination Guide

Australia offers varied hospitality opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, cafés, bars and events, particularly in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Cairns and regional tourist destinations. Workplace culture is generally professional, practical and relatively informal, with emphasis on teamwork, guest service, safety and compliance. Brisbane provides a warm subtropical lifestyle, outdoor activities, cultural events and a good balance between city living and access to beaches and nature. Living costs, especially rent, can be significant, so applicants should budget carefully. Overseas candidates usually need an appropriate visa, such as an employer-sponsored visa, skilled visa or Working Holiday visa, depending on nationality, age, qualifications and work experience. Relocation planning should include visa eligibility, accommodation, tax file registration, healthcare arrangements and recognition of hospitality qualifications. Australian employers may also require responsible service of alcohol and food-safety certifications.