We are seeking a talented, vibrant and dynamic Restaurant & Bar Manager to lead our Signature Restaurant & Bar, Jana, that will bring individuality, creativity and passion into turning the ordinary into extraordinary!

About EVT

QT Hotels & Resorts is part of EVT, one of Australia and New Zealand’s leading experience companies. EVT encompasses Entertainment businesses that excite every sense, Ventures driven by a passion for new opportunities and Travel businesses that always feel local and authentic.

About QT

A collection of 11 hotels and resorts spanning Australia and New Zealand, each QT is linked by our signature service and commitment to quirk. And our people? With personalities as unique and extraordinary as each property, individuality is more than encouraged. What will you bring to the mix?

About QT Newcastle

Heritage on the harbour, QT Newcastle’s the newest QT on the block. Escape yesterday’s gravity and work amongst hospitality stars across our 104 guest rooms, Jana Restaurant & Bar and Rooftop at QT. With a breezy commute and CBD sea views, QT is calling for absolute Daymakers!

Centrally located in the East End Village of Newcastle's CBD, this property is owned by Iris Capital and managed under the QT Brand.

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About The Role

An exciting opportunity has become available for an exceptional senior leader at QT Newcastle's signature Restaurant and Bar, Jana.

The successful individual must have exceptional leadership skills and lead with a hands-on approach in operations.

Jana Restaurant is a 60 seater, Italian Bar & Grill restaurant. Jana Bar comes to life in the evenings and is also where we host breakfast 7 days a week, 365 days of the year.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be directly responsible for the overall guest experience throughout the Ground Floor, with a huge focus on leading a team who can deliver the QT signature service for each of our guests and to the local community.

Some duties include

• Responsible for the day-to-day management of Jana Restaurant & Bar.
• Rostering and forecasting against budgeted targets.
• Maintain food and beverage menus and support with the wine list development.
• Handle complaints so that it leaves customers satisfied and impressed.
• Constantly motivate staff and be positive and passionate.
• Actively participate in service, leading from example and developing the skills of staff.

Benefits & perks

At EVT, we want our people to experience our businesses and be brand and experience advocates. So, we make sure access to amazing ‘Elevate Perks’ are available to all staff from day dot.

• 50% off stays at EVT hotels – QT, Rydges, Atura, Lylo and more.
• $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
• Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
• Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.
• Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.
• Strategic focus on sustainable design, sustainable practices & procurement and transparency and reporting.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company.

Skills & experience

• Proven previous experience in a Restaurant senior role and proven leadership experience.
• Has a focus on growing and developing a team of passionate restaurant and hotel people.
• Professional and personable, with excellent communication skills and a can-do attitude.
• You're pre-equipped with sound decision making and problem-solving skills, especially under pressure.
• You will have solid knowledge of wine, spirits and food.
• You will be required to hold a current RSA.
• Must have the appropriate legal requirements to work in Australia.

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