Assistant Banquet Manager | The Star Sydney

There has never been a better time to join The Star Sydney team within Food and Beverage Department!

The Star Sydney is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Banquet Manager.

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.

A few of your responsibilities:

• 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

What can we offer you?

• FREE buffet meal with a new menu every day at our Employee Dining Room
• Uniform laundered and ready for you daily on property
• Free transport on Light Rail from Central to The Star
• $10/day parking available on property
• 30% staff discounts across our award-winning venues on all 3 of our properties
• Lifestyle and wellbeing discounts and benefits, including EAP & gym memberships
• Generous Paid Leave for primary and secondary carers
• The Star is an Employer of Choice for Gender Diversity awarded by WGEA
• Groupwide Diversity & Inclusion focus areas including LGBTQI, Multicultural, Gender and Indigenous

• Career development, training, and courses via The Star Academy – limitless career opportunities? 
• An organisation that values diversity, teamwork and being your best self? 

Please be aware that eligibility checks are required as part of the recruitment process and ongoing employment for this position.

About us

The Star Sydney is a well-known and established entertainment and resort destination! With multiple food and bar destinations, luxury accommodation and multiple event venues including the Sydney Lyric Theatre and Star Event centre; there is always something to do or see at The Star. The biggest games can be found in our 24/7 Sports Bar, live large and loud! With a wide range of entertainment and service offerings, our guests are always back for more.

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.

It's your move.

Make your next move by clicking the link and become our newest Assistant Banquets Manager and develop your career within our Sydney property!