Lead the floor at one of Queensland's most iconic coastal venues

The Straddie Hotel is looking for an Operations Manager to run it day to day!

*Accommodation available as part of your remuneration package*

About Us

Moreton Hospitality operates a portfolio of venues across South-East Queensland including The Straddie Hotel and a number of associated Cellarbrations bottle shops.

The Straddie Hotel sits directly across from Cylinder Beach on North Stradbroke Island. Following a full redevelopment, it now features a high-volume bistro, multiple bars, gaming, function spaces, 15 accommodation rooms and 3 bottle shops across the island, alongside the Waves Apartments letting business.

The Role

Reporting to the General Manager, you'll own the operation. This is a hands-on role - most of the time you'll be on the floor running shifts, but occasionally managing from an office.

- Lead daily operations across bar, bistro, gaming and functions, holding service standards consistently

- Manage venue rosters and labour costs, and step into shifts when needed

- Lead, train and develop department managers and supervisors, including weekly WIPs and department head meetings

- Own COGS, purchasing, stock control and venue budgets alongside the GM and Finance

- Work with the Sales & Events team to deliver profitable functions

- Maintain full compliance - liquor, OLGA, RSA/RSG, food safety and WHS

- Partner with HR on recruitment, onboarding and performance

- Prepare and present board reports, and represent the venue in the GM's absence





What You'll Bring

- 3+ years in venue or operations management in a high-volume food and beverage workplace

- Proven strength in cost control, rostering and operational reporting

- Genuine leadership ability - you develop people, not just manage them

- Confidence across compliance and liquor licensing obligations

- Familiarity with POS and inventory systems

- Availability across nights, weekends and public holidays

- Hospitality or business qualifications welcome, but experience matters more

Island Life

The Straddie Hotel is on North Stradbroke Island, accessible by ferry, with Cylinder Beach right on the doorstep. Island life means a venue that runs differently to a Gold Coast or Brisbane operation, and you'll need to be comfortable working around ferry timetables. Living on the island is preferred for operational coverage, but we're open to mainland candidates. If you're keen to make the move, we're happy to discuss a package that includes accommodation.

Why Join Us

- Accommodation can be included in your package if you're relocating to the island

- Real ownership of a landmark venue in its first year post-relaunch

- Opportunity to build systems and standards, and work with an eager and vibrant team

- Staff discounts in venues across Straddie and the Gold Coast

- An office with a beach view, with whales and dolphins passing by all the time!

Apply Now

Send through your resume and tell us why you're the right person to lead this venue.

📌 Venue Operations Manager (Pub, Bistro & Gaming) (Queensland)
🏢 Moreton Hospitality - The Straddie Hotel
📍 Queensland