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Food and Beverage Supervisor | Esprit Noir & Le Rivage
Role summary
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The Food and Beverage Supervisor oversees daily service at Esprit Noir and Le Rivage, supporting smooth restaurant and bar operations, guest satisfaction, team coordination, service standards, stock control and compliance with health and safety requirements. Candidates should have previous hospitality or food and beverage experience, strong communication skills and a professional, guest-focused approach. Supervisory experience, knowledge of food and beverage service, staff training ability and flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays are expected. Experience in an upscale hotel or restaurant environment is advantageous. The successful candidate should be organised, confident leading a team and committed to Sofitel's standards of quality and French-inspired hospitality.
Can I work in Australia?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Only Core Skills list jobs (chef, cook, hotel manager) can be sponsored, at AUD 79,423 a year or more; waiters and room attendants are not on the list.
Watch for: The Far North Queensland (Cairns) regional agreement lists waiter, bar and housekeeping supervisors and night auditors, with a pay floor 10% lower.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List for the Skills in Demand visa (Migration (Specification of Occupations, Subclass 482 Visa) Instrument 2024, LIN 24/089, compilation of 7 November 2025). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Australia
Usual for Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Island resorts rent staff a room in a staff village at low cost; city hotels vary |
|---|---|
| Meals | Island resorts: staff dining at low set prices or 20% off; city hotels vary |
| Flights | Varies by employer |
| Service charge | None; tipping is not expected; casuals get 25% extra and weekends earn penalty rates (by law) |
| Contract | Permanent, part-time or casual; probation of up to 6 months is common; sponsored visa up to 4 years |
| Leave | Full-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none |
| Income tax | Residents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour
Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour is a luxury five-star hotel operated by Accor, one of the world's leading hospitality groups. Located beside Sydney's famous Darling Harbour, the hotel combines contemporary Australian design with Sofitel's French-inspired approach to service, cuisine and culture. It offers stylish accommodation, restaurants and bars, event facilities, wellness amenities and panoramic views across the harbour and city. The hotel caters to leisure travellers, corporate guests, conferences and major events, creating a busy and diverse working environment. Sofitel is known for refined service, attention to detail and a strong focus on guest experiences. As part of Accor, employees may benefit from international career opportunities, training, staff discounts and access to a broad global hospitality network.