Restaurant & Functions Manager
We are seeking a Restaurant & Functions Manager who will take ownership for managing the restaurant and growing functions and events at The Flynn.
Summary about this job
Management
Company: Marvan Hotels
Location: Sydney
Work type: Full Time
Salary: $55,000 - $64,999
Phone: +61-8-4322-3031
Fax: +61-8-3351-3936
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Detail information about job Restaurant & Functions Manager. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Competitive salary, based on relevant experience.
- Career progression opportunities throughout a growing Hotel Group.
- An opportunity to work within a supportive and enthusiastic team
About the business
The Marvan Hotels group interest spans venues across NSW including Sydney CBD, Nelson Bay and Parramatta, with a variety of dining and entertainment offerings.
The Flynn is located in the center of Sydney's CBD financial district. The Flynn is a relaxed, sports bar and restaurant with comfy booths, serving a variety of seasonal dishes along with draught beer and select wine.
About the role
We are seeking a FOH Restaurant Manager with experience in functions management. The right candidate will have extensive knowledge of the food and beverage industry and will possess high-level leadership skills, in order to drive operations and meet the Key Performance Indicators. The right candidate will have experience in functions management and a clear desire to further develop these skills.
Reporting to the Venue Manager and Group Operations Manager this role will also involve:
- Researching and pursuing new business leads;
- Accountable for up-selling, ensuring the Hotel is maximising profitability wherever possible, being aware of market conditions and competitors;
- Being the first point of contact for all function and event enquiries
- Converting enquiries into confirmed bookings;
- Preparation of events quotes, proposals and invoices;
- Organisation and execution of events, including set-up, decorations, AV requirements, run sheets, meet and greet clients, management of event operations, and pack-down;
- Supervision and coaching of functions staff
Benefits and perks
- Competitive salary, based on relevant experience.
- Career progression opportunities throughout a growing Hotel Group.
- An opportunity to work within a supportive, enthusiastic team where your contribution is recognised.
Skills and experience
- Experience in managing a small team
- Ability to problem solve and manage table bookings
- Propensity towards providing a high level of customer service
- Previous experience in a hands-on functions or events role, ideally focusing on the full life-cycle from sales and initial event enquiries to post event follow-up and evaluation.
- Strong customer service, leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Immaculate personal presentation.
- A positive, friendly, can-do attitude.
- RSA certificate.