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2 days ago

Bendigo, Australia Norton Hospitality Group Full time

At Norton Hospitality , we’re passionate about delivering outstanding food and beverage experiences across our portfolio of pubs and restaurants in Tasmania, Victoria, and Queensland. From casual dining pubs with bistros and playgrounds, to upmarket city restaurants serving corporate and function clients, our venues are diverse, dynamic, and community-driven.

We are seeking a Food and Beverage Manager to join our team, with a strong emphasis on kitchen operations . This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven leader to work closely with our Venue Managers and Head Chefs to lift standards, improve systems, and drive growth.

What you be doing

Oversee food and beverage operations across multiple venues, with priority focus on kitchens and food service .

Provide hands-on support and training to Head Chefs in system usage, compliance, and operational excellence.

Lead the rollout and monitoring of our kitchen system ( Buy Force Live ) ensuring accuracy and accountability.

Partner with Venue Managers to deliver quality menus, efficient stock control, and strong financial results.

Contribute to beverage operations, with particular emphasis on wine knowledge and regional wine curation .

Conduct regular venue visits, ensuring standards are met and opportunities for improvement are captured.

More about you.

Extensive experience in food and beverage management, with a proven track record in kitchen operations .

Confident in training and supporting chefs, with experience in procurement and kitchen systems (Buy Force Live or similar).

Strong financial acumen and understanding of COGS, margins, and stock control.

Solid knowledge of wine and Australian wine regions.

Hands-on leader who thrives in diverse, fast-paced environments.

Willingness to travel between venues regularly (TAS, VIC, QLD).

Why Join Norton Hospitality?

Work across a diverse portfolio of pubs and restaurants with unique offerings.

Play a key leadership role in shaping and elevating our food and kitchen operations.

Hybrid working options available depending on candidate location.

Be part of a passionate, supportive, and innovative team.

Preferably based in Tasmania or Victoria (South) , but applicants from all our operating states will be considered.

If you’re a hands-on leader with a passion for food, wine, and hospitality, and you’re ready to set the standard across our kitchens, we want to hear from you

Apply now by submitting your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you’re the right fit for this role.

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