Food and Beverage Manager

Mercure Melbourne Doncaster is a 183 room & suite hotel is Australia’s first of the next generation Mercure brand, introducing approachable elegance in an untouched pocket of the Eastern Suburbs. Featuring restaurant, indoor heated swimming pool, elite fitness centre, expansive outdoor terraces with views from the Yarra Ranges to the CBD and has six event spaces for up to 200 guests with dedicated outdoor terraces to provide seamless indoor/outdoor flow.

We are a vibrant and forward-thinking hotel with a reputation for hosting exceptional conferences, meetings, and events. From corporate gatherings to high-energy incentives, we create moments that leave a lasting impact. Now, we’re looking for a talented individual to maximize our potential in the Conference & Events market and help us grow even more!

Did you know that Mercure Melbourne Doncaster is the only venue in the Eastern Suburbs that you can have panoramic views of the Dandenong Ranges and Melbourne’s City Skyline?! Come on in and check them out! 

At Mercure Melbourne Doncaster, our Food & Beverage is where hospitality comes alive. We are seeking a passionate Food & Beverage Manager with proven experience in F&B operations to lead our team and oversee day-to-day services, delivering seamless and memorable guest experiences.

Reporting to the General Manager, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced F&B professional to take on a leadership role overseeing F&B operations.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Food & Beverage operations across the hotel.
• Ensure all services meet Mercure’s high standards of hospitality and guest experience.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and F&B Operations team to deliver exceptional menus, service, and execution.
• Inspire and develop the team, fostering a culture of excellence, engagement, and accountability.
• Oversee budgeting, P&L, inventory, and operational efficiency to drive performance.
• Analyse guest feedback, market trends, and competitor insights to improve experiences.
• Collaborate with Marketing to promote the hotel’s F&B offering.
• Ensure compliance with, health & safety, and licensing requirements.

Build strong relationships with suppliers, partners, and the local community

• Proven experience in Food & Beverage management.
• Strong knowledge of high-volume operations, banquets, and multi-outlet service.
• Inspirational leadership style that builds engagement, accountability, and team pride.
• Experience managing labour, stock, revenue, and service performance.
• Passion for food, wine, and delivering great guest experiences.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Full working rights in Australia are required – no sponsorship available.

The Mercure brand is part of the Accor Group. As the global market leader, Accor Hotels offers a worldwide network of hospitality and tourism services, with a diverse portfolio of renowned brands. Just a few of the perks include:

• Ongoing Career and Professional Development Opportunities
• A Rewarding Work Environment
• Global Discounts on Hotel Accommodation & Food and Beverage