Assistant Banquet Manager | The Star Sydney

We are looking for an Assistant Manager to join our Events Team at The Star Sydney!
The Star Event Centre is an industry leader in events, being one of the most sophisticated venues in Sydney. Delivering exciting events such as Tradeshows, Exhibitions, Cocktail functions, Conferences and Gala Dinners.
Reporting to the Banquet Manager, you will lead and own the day-to-day operations for the Event Centre and The Star.
What can we offer?

• Onboarding and training in your department, with ample support from senior leaders
• 30% Discounts across award-winning restaurants and accommodation
• Lifestyle discounts including gym memberships and laundry services
• Complimentary buffet meal on every shift with a new menu every day at our Employee Dining Room
• Free light rail from Central to The Star
• $10/day parking available on property
• Uniforms laundered and ready for you daily on property
• Join an established and large Food & Beverage team, with endless career growth and opportunities to learn

Some of the responsibilities include but are not limited:

• Go above and beyond client expectations
• Leading, motivating and engaging our diverse and large team to continuously deliver exceptional service
• Supervise the food and beverage stock, controlling costs, profit and loss expenses and wages through effective staffing levels
• Assisting in the recruitment, coaching and development of the team
• Communicating effectively with the business and our guest to ensure smooth running of events

What are we looking for?

• Extensive banquets/event management experience in a high-volume, dynamic venue is highly regarded
• Strong product knowledge including wine and spirits is advantageous
• Confidence to lead a large and diverse team
• Flexibility to work on a rotating roster that can include weekends, evenings and public holidays
• Responsible Service of Alcohol NSW

Apply now and become our newest Assistant Banquets Manager and develop your career within our Sydney property!
Our Culture
At The Star, we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that we know will contribute to exceptional experiences for our guests, a great place to work for our team members and positive outcomes for our communities. We welcome applications from all cultures, ages, religions, genders, LGBTQI+ people, Australia's First Nations Peoples, and people with disabilities. We recognise the distinctive challenges that trans and gender-diverse applicants may encounter during the recruitment process. We offer a range of flexible working options for team members to find a balance between work and life that's right for them and their unique well-being needs.
The Star is a WGEA Employee of Citation for Gender Equality holder and is recognised with a Gold Award 2022 by the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) which evaluates LGBTQI+ inclusiveness in the workplace.
Please be aware that eligibility checks are required as part of the recruitment process and ongoing employment for this position.
Advertised: 27 Oct 2023 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 29 Feb 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time