Restaurant Manager - Rydges Parramatta
It’s why we all call ourselves Daymakers - because each day is a chance to add the wow factor for our customers and continually grow in our own careers.
Proudly owned and operated in Australia and New Zealand, Rydges offers refreshingly local stays in city, regional and resort-style hotels. We’re not just in the neighbourhood, we’re part of it. Every hotel is designed for ease, connection and quality.From check-in to check-out, our local heroes bring a can-do attitude and “too easy” service. Whether it’s for work or a well-earned break, our place feels like home with the charm of somewhere new. Join us to help make every moment memorable.
EVT has an endless range of roles and careers paths to explore across 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 and Australia’s most loved year round alpine resort, Thredbo.Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once you’re in, there’s no limits on where your career could take you.
Key Responsibilities- Operational Leadership:
- Manage day-to-day restaurant or venue operations, including staff scheduling, inventory management, and quality control.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
- Uphold and enhance the venue's reputation for excellence in food, service, and ambiance.
- Team Management:
- Recruit, train, and motivate a team of dedicated staff members, including servers, chefs, bartenders, and support staff.
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and professional growth.
- Customer Experience:
- Ensure an exceptional guest experience by consistently delivering outstanding customer service.
- Address customer feedback and concerns promptly and professionally.
- Implement strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Financial Management:
- Develop and manage budgets, controlling expenses while maximising revenue.
- Monitor and analyse financial performance, identifying opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth.
- Implement pricing and menu strategies to optimise profitability.
- Events and Marketing:
- Plan and execute special events, promotions, and marketing initiatives to attract and retain customers.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to create and implement marketing campaigns that drive business growth.
- Inventory and Supply Chain Management:
- Oversee inventory levels and procurement of food, beverages, and supplies.
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure favourable terms.
- Reporting and Analysis:
- Generate regular reports on key performance indicators and present findings to senior management.
- Utilize data and feedback to make informed decisions and improvements.
- Proven experience as a restaurant supervisor or in a similar supervisory role.
- License Controller Qualification or General Manager certificate would be favorable.
- Proven understanding of food and beverage service standards.
- Proven understanding of restaurant financials and cost control.
- Daymaker ethos — no one’s too big for the small things.
- Hands-on and non-hierarchical — leads from the front.
- Resilient and solutions-focused — stays calm, moves fast.
- Growth mindset — learns, shares, and levels up others.
- As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels - no ivory towers.
- 50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels – QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo and more.
- $2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar.
- Seasonal perks at Thredbo.
- Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network.
- Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities.
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Join Rydges Parramatta 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.
Send your CV and a short cover letter. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and review applications as they come in - don’t wait! We can’t wait to see the places your career will go with EVT.
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