Food & Beverage Manager
FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER – FULL TIME – RAAF BASE WAGGA (FOREST HILL, NSW)
Leadership Opportunity | Defence Hospitality | Career Growth
• Lead hospitality operations at RAAF Base Wagga
• Drive team culture, service excellence and operational performance
• Career development opportunities within ESS Defence and Compass Group
• Opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing hospitality team
ESS Defence delivers exceptional hospitality and support services to Defence sites across Australia. From dining facilities to accommodation and recreation services, our teams play a vital role in supporting Australian Defence Force personnel through outstanding food and hospitality experiences.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Food & Beverage Manager to join our team at RAAF Base Wagga, Forest Hill. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a hospitality professional who enjoys leading teams, delivering exceptional customer service and driving operational excellence.
THE POSITION
• Lead, coach and develop front and back-of-house hospitality teams and chefs
• Oversee daily dining and food service operations
• Drive service excellence and customer satisfaction outcomes
• Manage rostering, workforce planning and team performance
• Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP and contractual service delivery requirements
• Coordinate functions, events and hospitality requirements
• Manage operational budgets, stock control and service standards
• Build a positive team culture focused on accountability and engagement
• Develop strong relationships with Defence stakeholders and customers
THE PERSON
• Proven experience in hospitality management or food and beverage leadership
• Strong computer literacy with experience using Microsoft Office programs
• Strong people management, coaching and development skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Sound knowledge of food safety, HACCP and allergen management
• Experience with rostering, workforce planning and operational management
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Professional presentation and customer-focused approach
• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check
BENEFITS
• Full-time leadership opportunity
• Monday to Friday roster with day shifts only
• Career development and progression pathways within Compass Group
• Ongoing training and professional development
• On-site parking available
• Uniforms and meals provided while on duty
• Employee discounts, benefits and recognition programs
• Supportive and structured operating environment
Apply now to join our team at RAAF Base Wagga, Forest Hill and play a key role in delivering exceptional hospitality services to Defence personnel.
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks including a National Police Check.
We are committed to a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact 1300TALENT or careers@compass-group.com.au.
We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people of all backgrounds, ages, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. We also welcome applications from Veterans and Defence family members.
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