General Manager — Blue Gums Hotel, Fairview Park

Open Pantry Co. is partnering with Blue Gums Hotel, Fairview Park to appoint their next General Manager, an experienced operator to lead one of the region's true large-format pub venues.

The venue

Blue Gums Hotel brings a excellent deal together under one roof: a bistro seating more than 150, an alfresco area for another 50, a 30+ machine gaming room, a sports bar seating 70 to 80, a Thirsty Camel drive-thru, and seven accommodation rooms. It's a substantial, multi-faceted operation, run by a settled team of 30 to 35.

The role

Reporting to the SA Operations Manager, you will hold full accountability for the venue's day-to-day operation and performance. You will have a capable 2IC, you will oversee the bistro and you will lead an established management team across kitchen, retail, and gaming. Your priority will be to steady and strengthen a team already in good shape, build a positive and lasting culture, and drive the venue forward across each of its revenue streams.





What we're looking for

This is a role for a proven large-format General Manager, a hands-on leader with genuine depth across gaming and food and beverage operations, and real skill in developing and retaining a team.

Blue Gums rewards an operator who is resourceful and composed, and who builds the kind of loyalty that keeps a venue well-staffed and steady. You will bring structure, energy and a clear growth mindset.

What's on offer

- Base salary of $100,000 to $110,000 plus super, with a phone allowance and performance incentives anticipated
- A comprehensive head-office induction, a thorough handover, and dedicated work health and safety support
- Regular on-site support from the Operations Manager through your first month
- An early October start, with some flexibility for the right person

Please reach out to apply and with any questions about the role.

📌 General Manager (Fairview Park)
🏢 Open Pantry
📍 Fairview Park