Be part of Whaleback’s transformation!

Whaleback Golf Course is entering a bold new chapter, with an $8 million upgrade launching from March 2026. The Driving Range and F&B building will be completely renewed with cutting-edge technology, modern entertainment bays, a new café, kitchen, and alfresco spaces, all designed to create one of Western Australia’s premier golf and leisure destinations.

If you’re passionate about hospitality, community connection, and being part of something extraordinary, this is your opportunity to play a key role in redefining Whaleback’s future.

About the role

We’re seeking a dynamic and hands-on Food and Beverage (F&B) Manager to help shape this transformation. You’ll lead the delivery of exceptional food and beverage experiences across the venue, from the new café and bar to entertainment bays, functions, and community events, ensuring every visitor enjoys the best of what Whaleback has to offer.

The role reports to the Manager Whaleback Golf Course with responsibility for the provision and promotion of Food and Beverage (F&B) services across the Whaleback Golf Course.

A snapshot of your new role:

Champion the City’s Customer Experience Plan by embedding a “customer first” mindset, service consistency, and continuous improvement across all F&B outlets.

Oversee the exciting rollout of Whaleback’s new café, entertainment bays, and bar — shaping the visitor experience for one of WA’s most modern golf destinations.

Work closely with the Head Chef to deliver innovative, high-quality food offerings, ensuring menus remain fresh, seasonal, and financially sustainable.

Maintain high-performing, compliant, and contemporary kitchen facilities that meet top food safety and hygiene standards.

Take charge of inventory control, supplier partnerships, and initiatives to reduce food waste while keeping offerings on trend and customer focused.

Coordinate entertainment bay bookings, private events, and promotional activities that enhance community engagement and revenue.

Lead, train, and empower the F&B team, fostering teamwork, accountability, and a culture of respect and inclusion.

Embed the City’s Culture of Care and WHS practices to ensure a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace for all staff and patrons.

What you will bring to the role:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an Assistant/General Manager (or similar) in a large-scale licenced hospitality venue.

Supervisor or management experience within a multi-faceted hospitality environment.

Experience rostering staff across a seven day a week operation, ensuring staffing levels comply with service standards within budgetary constraints.

Proven experience in preparing contemporary F&B offerings, development of menus and management of stock.

Experience in delivery of customer service excellence, including training and development of staff.

Valid Approved Manager status for liquor licence purposes.

Food Safety Supervisor Training for compliance with Food Safety Standards 3.2.2A (or willingness to obtain)

Current Satisfactory National Police Clearance and Working with Children card (or willingness to obtain).

Provide First Aid or HLTAID011 Certificate (willingness to obtain).

Availability to work a rotating roster including weekends, events, some public holidays and evenings, with balanced days off.

For a closer look at the role please refer to the Position Description attached to the vacancy in our recruitment portal.

Why you will love working at the City!

A Permanent Full-Time role in a welcoming and thriving council.

$106,481.70 per annum + super.

17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave.

We match super contributions to help you save for your future.

Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events.

Great year-round wellbeing and social calendars!

Free on-site parking.

Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.

Genuine commitment to learning and development.

Membership to Canning and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness).

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference! With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply:

To view the position description or complete an application including your Resume and Cover Letter (PDF format preferred) visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY”. You may also contact Matt Day on 0481 227 676 for a confidential discussion. The City will not be accepting candidates through agency at this time.

Applications are open until 7 November 2025. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.