Restaurant Manager

Restaurant Manager - Crowne Plaza Geelong (Pre-Opening) Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts – Geelong VIC Restaurant Manager (Pre-Opening) – Crowne Plaza Geelong Be part of a landmark hotel opening in one of Victoria’s most exciting waterfront destinations In partnership with Plenary Group, IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) is bringing its world‑class Crowne Plaza brand to the Victorian regional city of Geelong. Scheduled to open in early 2026, Crowne Plaza Geelong will redefine premium accommodation, offering a sophisticated stay for both leisure and corporate travellers. It will form part of the highly anticipated Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre precinct, a transformative development featuring a 1,000‑seat convention centre, exhibition spaces, and a vibrant retail and hospitality hub. As we prepare to open our doors, we’re searching for a passionate and experienced Restaurant Manager (Pre‑Opening) to lead the successful launch and ongoing operation of our level‑one all‑day dining Restaurant, Bar, Lobby Café and In Room Dining. A little taste of your day‑to‑day Working closely with the Director of Food and Beverage to drive the restaurant, bar and café’s positioning as a standalone dining destination. Creating and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the food & beverage department, including service standards, food handling protocols, HACCAP procedures, and customer service guidelines. Creating signature experiences that differentiate the venue from local competition. Developing wine and beverage programs that complement the food offering. Leading recruitment and training of food & beverage team including supervisors, waitstaff and bar attendants. Collaborating with the Executive Chef and culinary team to create menus that align with the hotel’s concept, target market, and budget. Collaborating closely with other departments, such as kitchen, events, and front office, to ensure seamless operations, communicating F&B needs and requirements effectively to other teams. Managing day‑to‑day staffing needs, planning and assigning work, and establishing performance and development goals for team members; providing mentoring, coaching and regular feedback. Assisting in the preparation of the annual departmental budgets and financial plans; ensuring full compliance with all health, safety and licensing regulations. What we need from you At least 5 years of related experience in multiple outlet venues, including management experience. Proven success in similar roles within hotels, resorts or hospitality venues. Hold a current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification and Food Handling Certificate. A demonstrated capability of collaborating with multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities. Strong communication skills and a passion for delivering exceptional service and developing your team. Strategic thinking, an open mind around how we can drive the hotel forward. Fluent in English. Full working rights in Australia without restrictions. Ability to work across weekends and nights is a must. What you can expect from us We give our people everything they need to succeed, from a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support and acceptance. True Hospitality for Good As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’ve made a promise that we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Apply Today Don’t quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you’d be a great fit for the job? We’ll never know unless you hit the ‘Apply’ button. Start your journey with us today. #J-18808-Ljbffr