Full Time Food and Beverage Manager

ZHONG TIAN INTERNATIONAL PTY LTD

Trading Name: Peppers Moonah Links Resort

Position: Food and Beverage Manager

Location: Fingal, Mornington Peninsula, VIC
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Range: $75,000 – $85,000 per annum (plus superannuation)

Applications open on 29 August 2025 and close on 28 September 2025.

About the Business

Moonah Links Resort is a leading golf and lifestyle destination located on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. The resort features two championship golf courses, luxury accommodation, and a premium dining offering including Pebbles Restaurant, Spike Bar, Conference and Events spaces, In-Room Dining, and Hotel Breakfast. We are committed to delivering world-class experiences through hospitality excellence and a strong team culture.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and driven Food and Beverage Manager to oversee the resort’s full food and beverage operation across all outlets. This full-time role is critical in ensuring operational excellence, team performance, guest satisfaction, and financial success.

The successful candidate will lead all aspects of F&B operations including staff management, menu coordination, supplier engagement, compliance, guest service, and budgeting.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of all F&B outlets (Pebbles Restaurant, Spike Bar, Events, In-Room Dining, Hotel Breakfast)
• Develop and implement departmental strategies in line with business goals
• Lead and manage front-of-house and back-of-house teams, including recruitment, training, rosters, and mentoring
• Collaborate with chefs to design and update menus based on customer feedback and profitability
• Drive revenue through promotions, pricing, upselling, and menu engineering
• Maintain compliance with health and safety, HACCP, WHS, and licensing regulations
• Monitor quality and conduct customer service evaluations
• Prepare and manage budgets, financial forecasts, and monthly profit & loss reviews
• Maintain strong supplier and vendor relationships including negotiation and quality control
• Ensure service excellence during day-to-day operations and special events
• Uphold Moonah Links’ values and promote the brand across internal and external stakeholders

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior restaurant or food and beverage management role
• Diploma or higher qualification in Hospitality Management or a related field
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume operations across multiple outlets
• Experience managing budgets, cost control, and P&L
• In-depth knowledge of WHS, food safety, and hospitality compliance standards
• Proficiency with POS, reservation, and inventory systems
• Excellent communication, organisational, and customer service skills
• Ability to manage crisis situations and solve problems under pressure
• Current Food Handling Certificate and Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification – mandatory.
• Must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a visa with no work restrictions.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Business Nest. Email: info@businessnest.com.au

Applications open on 5 September 2025 and close on 5 October 2025.