Lead F&B; operations. Deliver premium hospitality. Create unforgettable experiences. ABOUT SPORTS TRAVEL HOSPITALITY GROUP (STH GROUP) STH Group partners with leading global sporting events and premium partners to elevate the world’s biggest sporting moments, delivering exceptional hospitality and travel experiences.
With offices across London, Miami, Auckland, Melbourne and Sydney, STH Group provides a genuinely global service offering. As part of the STH team delivering the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 Experiences programme in Australia, we are seeking an experienced Event Delivery Manager (Food & Beverage) to join the Sydney office. ROLE SUMMARY:
You will play a key role in delivering premium hospitality food and beverage experiences across the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 Experiences programme.
Key responsibilities include: Developing and implementing F&B; operational plans across multiple venues.
Leading F&B; operations during live events to ensure safe and seamless delivery.
Driving high-quality hospitality service standards and guest experiences.
Managing catering suppliers and venue partners against quality, cost and sustainability requirements.
Coordinating internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure aligned event delivery.
Managing F&B; budgets and identifying opportunities to optimise operational costs.
Ensuring compliance with food safety, WHS and regulatory requirements.
Supporting sustainability initiatives, innovation and continuous improvement.
ABOUT YOU:
We are seeking an experienced, solutions-focused event delivery skilled with a strong background in food and beverage operations.
You will bring: Food & Beverage Experience – Catering, hospitality and service delivery experience.
Event Delivery Expertise – Proven experience delivering large-scale events in complex or multi-venue environments.
Supplier Management – Experience managing suppliers and venue partners.
Operational Planning – Proven ability to plan and deliver efficient event operations.
Commercial Acumen – Experience managing budgets and operational costs.
Problem Solving & Resilience – A solutions-focused approach and ability to perform under pressure.
Major Event Experience – Experience within stadium, multi-venue or major sporting events would be advantageous.
Passion for Sport & Major Events – Beneficial but not essential. This is an incredible opportunity to help deliver world-class food and beverage experiences for the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027. Why choose STH?
At STH Group, you belong to something greater; our experiences are unique and so are our people. STH Group is committed to equal opportunity and building a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to equity and inclusion and welcome candidates from underrepresented groups.