Job Description
Perth, Western Australia ****, Australia
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Full-time Permanent Associate
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Posted 08 Oct ****
Description About the Business n
Located in the historic heart of Perth, the State Buildings precinct is one of the city's favourite meeting places, home to an award-winning collection of restaurants and bars, including Beer Corner, Petition, Wine Merchant, Long Chim, Wildflower, Cape Arid Rooms and Post Osteria & Bar.
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Beer Corner is a lively, approachable craft beer venue celebrating great beer, genuine hospitality and memorable guest experiences. With a rotating selection of local, national and international beers, Beer Corner offers guests the opportunity to discover something new in a relaxed but premium setting.
About the Role n
Beer Corner is seeking a
full time Duty Manager
to support and complement the venue management team.
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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional to take greater responsibility for shift leadership, team development and the day-to-day operation of a busy beer-focused venue.
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The Duty Manager will set clear expectations for each shift and ensure the venue is prepared, presented and operating efficiently. They will help develop the front-of-house team, implement established operating procedures and create a welcoming experience for every guest, from passionate beer enthusiasts to guests beginning to explore the category.
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Support, mentoring and development will be provided by the State Buildings management team, with opportunities to expand your operational, beverage and leadership skills and progress your hospitality career.
Duties and Responsibilities n
As Duty Manager, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
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Oversee operational efficiency of Beer Corner during each shift.
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Plan and prepare shifts proactively, including staffing, service priorities, venue presentation, daily team goals, bookings and events
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Lead by example and maintain a hands-on presence, particularly during peak service periods.
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Supervising and supporting team members to deliver friendly, knowledgeable and engaging service that creates memorable guest experiences
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Implementing and maintaining Beer Corner's standard operating procedures, opening and closing requirements and service standards.
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Ensuring the venue remains clean, organised and well-presented throughout service.
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Talking team members into position at the beginning of their shift and providing clear duties, priorities and timeframes.
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Providing regular, specific and constructive feedback to support individual and team development.
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Maintaining strong product knowledge across the venue's beer, wine, cocktails, spirits and food offering.
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Help team members confidently describe beer styles and recommend products based on each guest's preferences.
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Maintain high standards of beer presentation, glassware, keg management and draught beer service.
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Supporting keg changes and assisting with the identification and resolution of draught beer or beer-line issues.
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Ensuring responsible service of alcohol requirements and all relevant venue, safety and licensing procedures are followed.
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Monitoring staffing levels and making appropriate operational decisions based on trade, guest needs and labour requirements.
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Supporting events, activations, tastings and relationships with breweries, suppliers and brand representatives.
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Assisting with ordering, stock control, stocktakes, wastage management and cost-of-goods objectives.
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Completing accurate end-of-shift reporting and providing clear handovers for the next manager and wider team.
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Working collaboratively with Beer Corner's management team and other State Buildings departments to create a seamless guest experience.
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About You n
The ideal candidate will have:
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Previous supervisory or management experience in hospitality.
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A strong hospitality background with busy bars, pubs, breweries or beverage-led venues.
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A genuine interest in beer and enthusiasm for continuing to develop beer knowledge.
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A practical understanding of draught beer service, including pouring, changing kegs and basic troubleshooting.
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Strong shift-management skills and the ability to plan ahead while responding calmly to changing operational needs.
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A hands-on leadership style and willingness to run food, clear tables, replenish stock and support the team wherever required.
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Exceptional guest skills and the ability to make beer approachable for guests with different levels of product knowledge.
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The ability to set clear expectations, delegate effectively and provide timely feedback.
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Strong professional communication skills and the judgement to use appropriate channels and timing for each circumstance.
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A collaborative and respectful approach to working with team members, managers and other departments.
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Attention to detail across service, cleanliness, and product presentation standards.
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Experience with ordering, stock control, stocktaking and labour management would be advantageous.
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Experience supporting events, functions or supplier activations would be advantageous.
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Confidence using point-of-sale systems and standard workplace programs such as Outlook and Excel.
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A current Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate.
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An Approved Manager qualification, or willingness to obtain one.
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Extensive specialist beer knowledge is not essential. More important is a strong hospitality foundation, curiosity about the category and a willingness to learn.
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Working for the State Buildings gives you access to benefits including:
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Structured support and mentoring from experienced venue and operational leaders.
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Ongoing training in beer, beverage service, leadership and venue operations.
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Opportunities to attend tastings, product training and industry development sessions.
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Career-development opportunities across the State Buildings' collection of restaurants and bars.
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A workplace culture based on passion, creativity, professionalism and style.
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Flexible rostering and fair rotations that support a healthy work-life balance.
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Discounts across participating State Buildings venues.
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Access to the Employee Assistance Program.
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A staff recreation room with meals, couches and entertainment.
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Staff facilities, including showers.
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Beer Corner maintains high standards while remaining energetic, welcoming, and approachable. We are looking for a Duty Manager who enjoys leading by example, takes pride in the details and wants to help create a place where guests and their team genuinely enjoy spending time.
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If you are building a career in hospitality, enjoy discovering great beer and want to be part of one of Perth's most distinctive hospitality precincts, we would love to hear from you.
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