Food & Beverage Manager - Gold Coast Airport
Food & Beverage Manager - Gold Coast Airport (SSP Australia)
About the Role
Reporting to the Assistant General Manager, we are looking for an experienced and motivated Food and Beverage Manager to join our huge multi venue operations located at Gold Coast Airport.
Lead our team of 100+ Baristas, bar attendants & F&B; attendants across 6 Bars, Cafes, and restaurants located at Gold Coast Airport.
You will be joining a workplace culture where everyone feels valued and promotes work life balance. You will work alongside the best in the business, a highly supportive leadership team and warm and friendly colleagues.
You will be working on a flexible roster 5 days a week, shift timings –
04:00am – 12:30pm
12:00pm- 20:30pm
Our venues include:
Wollumbin Bar & Restaurant
The Sand Bar
Responsibilities
Manage and lead FOH Team through ongoing leadership, providing clear direction on a daily/weekly basis.
Provide leadership and development to Duty Managers, including having in place clear development plans for each Restaurant with regular review with the General Manager & Assistant General Manager.
Provide regular performance reviews and feedback to staff, including annual performance reviews.
Accountable for the management of the financial outputs of the Group of Restaurants under their management, including Cost of Goods (ensuring accurate inventory control, i.e. stock takes in each location), cost of employment and top line Sales versus budget.
Maintain client relationships with partners and airport authorities.
Drive, monitor and respond to audits delivering full compliance, risk management and overall ensure that best practice within operations is fully delivered.
The ideal candidate will have the following attributes
Previous experience within a similar role for 2+ years (preferable).
Self-driven and highly motivated individual who is looking to grow within their role,a great opportunity for a venue manager looking at taking the next step into a multi-venue leadership role.
Experience within the hospitality industry and multi-site management.
Relevant tertiary qualifications in business-related disciplines (desired).
Strong leadership skills and shift management experience to engage, lead and train the team.
Proven ability to adapt and learn quickly.
Experience in delivering individual coaching, structured training and sessions for team members




Previous experience in managing high turnover operations, rosters and stock control is highly regarded.
What's on offer
Work-life balance, weekends are the quietists days of the week.
Flexible hours offering a positive work-life balance through 5-day week rosters
Be part of a collaborative, people-first workplace where your contributions make a real impact.
High engagement levels and job satisfaction as every day will provide you with different challenges in a fast-paced workplace.
An attractive salary in line with proven experience, plus superannuation.
About Us
Our purpose is to be the best part of the journey, and this is underpinned by our aim to bring leading brands and innovative concepts to our clients and customers around the world, with an emphasis on outstanding value, taste, quality and service – using digital technology to boost efficiency.
Our people are at the heart of our business and our values are integral to our business, underpinning everything we do.
We are one team working together and sharing our best ideas to fulfil our global potential.
We are results focused delivering great food and service for our customers and outstanding results for our clients, shareholders and colleagues
We all make a difference respecting each other, acting responsibly and being accountable for the contributions that we make.
We are bold seizing opportunities, innovating and quickly adapting every day.
We celebrate success recognising and valuing everyone's achievements.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate against applicants for employment based on colour, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, physical disability, pregnancy, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other bases protected by local law. Subject to legitimate business requirements, all recruitment actions are based solely on the company's legitimate business needs and an individual's qualifications.




We are looking for talented and passionate individuals to join SSP to start their best part of their journey.
Important Note:
Allsuccessful applicants will be required to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) which requires a background and criminal history check from the country of origin. All employment offers are conditional on being able to hold and maintain an ASIC.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years' experience do you have as a Food and Beverage Manager?
How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for stock control?
How many years' experience do you have in a Leadership Development Role?
Have you completed a qualification in business?
Do you hold an Aviation Security Identity Card (ASIC)?
Restaurants & Cafes (Full Service) 1,*****,000 employees
SSP is a global leading operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations employing 49,000 colleagues in around 3,000 units across nearly 40 countries.
We specialise in designing, creating and operating a diverse range of food and drink outlets in airports, train stations and other travel hubs across six formats: sit-down and quick service restaurants, bars, cafés, lounges, and food-led convenience stores. Our extensive portfolio of brands features a mix of international, national, and local brands, tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients and customers.
SSP is a global leading operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations employing 49,000 colleagues in around 3,000 units across nearly 40 countries.
We specialise in designing, creating and operating a diverse range of food and drink outlets in airports, train stations and other travel hubs across six formats: sit-down and quick service restaurants, bars, cafés, lounges, and food-led convenience stores. Our extensive portfolio of brands features a mix of international, national, and local brands, tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients and customers.
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