Food & Beverage Assistant Manager

Role summary

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The Food & Beverage Assistant Manager supports the smooth operation of the hotel’s restaurants, bars, banquets and related service areas. Requirements typically include hospitality experience, supervisory or team-leading capability, strong communication skills, sound knowledge of food and beverage service, and eligibility to work in Australia. Experience with budgets, rostering, stock control, point-of-sale systems and responsible service practices is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to lead by example, coach team members, maintain high service and presentation standards, respond professionally to guest feedback, support revenue targets and follow health, safety and workplace procedures. Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays is generally required.

About the employer

Hotel Chadstone Melbourne – MGallery Collection is a premium Accor hotel located within The Fashion Capital shopping and lifestyle precinct in Chadstone, Victoria. MGallery is Accor’s collection of distinctive boutique hotels, each designed around a local story, individual character and personalised guest experience. The property combines upscale accommodation with dining, events, leisure facilities and convenient access to Melbourne’s retail and business areas. As part of Accor, the hotel benefits from an international hospitality network, established training programs, employee benefits and opportunities for career progression across Australia and overseas. Its food and beverage operations focus on quality service, contemporary dining and memorable experiences for hotel guests, local visitors and event customers. The workplace suits hospitality professionals who enjoy a polished environment, teamwork, guest engagement and the pace of a full-service hotel.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, resorts, events and tourism, particularly in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and regional destinations. Hospitality workplaces are multicultural and generally value friendliness, professionalism, punctuality and practical teamwork. Lifestyle varies from lively urban living and arts culture to beaches, national parks and outdoor activities; Melbourne is known for food, coffee, sport and changeable weather. International applicants need a visa with work rights, such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visa or another eligible skilled pathway. Requirements depend on nationality, occupation, age and experience, so applicants should check the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocation costs include flights, bond, rent, transport and health insurance. Melbourne accommodation can be expensive, making shared housing a common starting option. Responsible Service of Alcohol certification may be required for some duties, and overseas qualifications or references may support applications.