Director of Food And Beverage

2 days ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Casa Nova Italian Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Food and Beverage Director

Location:

Multi-Site (Toronto, Honeysuckle, Green Hills, and Shellharbour – NSW)

Employment Type:

Full-Time

About Us

Casa Nova Italian is a refined yet welcoming restaurant group with four thriving venues across NSW. From waterfront views in Toronto, Shellharbour and Honeysuckle to our premium spot inside Green Hills Shopping Centre, we're known for woodfired pizzas, handmade pastas, curated wines and warm, attentive service. Every dish is a nod to our Italian heritage, and every experience is a celebration of quality and hospitality.

The Role

As our Food and Beverage Director, you'll oversee the full F&B operation across all Casa Nova venues. You'll be the driver of excellence in service, product quality and team culture, reporting directly to ownership and collaborating closely with Head Chefs, Venue Managers and the marketing team to uphold and grow our brand standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and inspire high-performing teams across all locations, including venue managers, chefs, front-of-house and bar teams
  • Maintain consistency and quality of food and beverage offerings with a focus on wood-fired pizza and handmade pasta
  • Develop and implement service standards, SOPs and training programs for 5-star guest experiences
  • Oversee menu development with chefs to ensure seasonal relevance, innovation and profitability
  • Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts and ensure cost-effective purchasing
  • Monitor venue performance metrics (labour, COGS, wastage, guest feedback) and act to optimise results
  • Lead hiring, onboarding and professional development of key F&B staff
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety and liquor licensing regulations
  • Plan and execute special events, seasonal promotions and menu launches
  • Represent Casa Nova Italian's brand values with professionalism, class and charisma

Required Skills & Experience

  • Minimum 5 years in senior hospitality leadership, preferably multi-site or upscale dining
  • Strong understanding of Italian cuisine and wine
  • Demonstrated success in leading teams and improving performance metrics
  • Experience managing budgets, P&L, stock and rosters
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • High-level organisational and problem-solving ability
  • RSA certified (NSW); Food Safety Supervisor certification highly regarded
  • Able to travel regularly between locations

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary package with performance incentives
  • Opportunity to lead a respected brand with genuine growth potential
  • Supportive ownership and a collaborative leadership team
  • Access to premium food, wine and training experiences
  • A workplace where passion, pride and personality are celebrated

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