Operations Manager — Landmark Steakhouse & Cafe Opening | Regional QLD
Poppet Head Plaza, Charters Towers QLD | $150k base + travel & accommodation + performance bonuses | FIFO or relocation
This is not a caretaker role.
This is a builder's role.
A brand-current hospitality precinct is taking shape at Poppet Head Plaza in Charters Towers — a 200-seat premium steakhouse and a 150-seat all-day cafe with drive-thru, set within a destination precinct designed to serve a catchment of 10,000+ locals and highway travellers.
The designs are done (researched in the US, built by one of Australia's leading food consultancies).
The backing is in place.
What's missing is the person who brings it to life.Goldtower's ambition goes beyond the venues themselves: the goal is to build the region's employer of choice from day one — a workplace where excellent hospitality people want to come, grow, and stay.
The culture you build here will be the foundation of that.
What you'll own:The end-to-end opening of both venues — steakhouse and cafeMenu development, supplier setup, and operating systems from scratchRecruiting, training, and leading the opening teamsBuilding a positive,



people-first workplace culture that attracts and retains the best in the regionDay-to-day operations once doors open — on the floor, not behind a desk
What we're looking for:Proven venue opening experience — you've done this before, end to endProven people management — you've built, developed, and retained robust teams, and your people would follow you to the next venueStrong across both cafe/coffee and full-service restaurant operations, including licensed serviceA leader who works on and in the business — happy to run a service, pull a coffee, and jump on the pass when it countsComfortable with a regional posting — FIFO to start is on the table, with travel and accommodation covered
Why this role:Rare greenfield opportunity — build two venues and their culture your way, backed by committed ownersGenuine autonomy with direct access to decision-makersPerformance bonuses tied to opening milestones1–2 year contract structure with flexibility to suit your situation
If you've been waiting for the opening project that's actually yours to run, and a team that's actually yours to build, this is it.
Apply now or reach out confidentially to Shaun de Vries at Open Pantry Co.

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