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Food and Beverage Assistant Manager
Role summary
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Accor is seeking a Food and Beverage Assistant Manager in Sydney to support the daily operation of restaurants, bars, events and other food and beverage outlets. The role generally requires previous supervisory or assistant management experience in hospitality, strong knowledge of service standards, staff scheduling, stock control and guest relations. Candidates should communicate confidently, remain organised during busy periods and demonstrate commercial awareness. Responsibilities include leading team members, coordinating service, maintaining quality and hygiene standards, handling guest feedback, supporting training and assisting with budgets and departmental targets. A flexible approach to shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays, is expected. Hospitality qualifications and experience with hotel systems are advantageous.
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 Accor
Accor is a major international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced residences across luxury, premium, midscale and economy segments. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Sofitel, Fairmont, Pullman, MGallery, Novotel, Mercure, ibis and Mantra. Accor properties focus on comfortable accommodation, food and beverage, meetings, events and memorable guest experiences. The company employs people in many countries and promotes career mobility, professional development and inclusive workplace practices. In Australia, Accor operates hotels in capital cities, regional destinations and resort locations, offering opportunities across front office, housekeeping, food and beverage, culinary, sales, engineering and management. The Sydney position provides experience within a global hotel environment, with exposure to operational leadership, team development, customer service and commercial performance.