Company Description
Crown Melbourne | Full Time
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Crown Melbourne is a great place to visit and it’s an even better place to work, a place where you can play your part in creating joyful experiences for our guests and our people. We value passion, creativity, and an appetite for change - for the better. Here, you’ll be part of the team, empowered to explore more, experience more and supported by your leader to grow and develop.
The Role
This is a career-defining opportunity for a bold, forward-thinking hospitality visionary to help shape the future of Crown Melbourne’s bar and beverage operations.
We’re seeking a creative and forward-thinking leader who embraces challenge and brings fresh ideas to the table. With a passion for mixology and an eye for contemporary trends, you’ll elevate our beverage program—setting new standards in service, style and innovation!
Reporting to the General Manager – Bars, Lounge & Nightlife, you’ll curate exceptional guest experiences across a diverse portfolio of venues. You’ll be empowered to introduce bold concepts, champion innovation and lead transformational change—positioning Crown as a progressive market leader in the bar and beverage space.
Some responsibilities of the role will include, but are not limited to:
- Oversee the daily operations of multiple beverage-focused venues, including both premium cocktail lounges and high-energy casual bars, ensuring exceptional service and product delivery
- Shape and execute the beverage strategy as part of the broader F&B business plan, aligning with key drivers and objectives to elevate the guest experience
- Achieve financial and non-financial KPIs across outlets including full P&L accountability while identifying bold opportunities for growth and innovation
- Lead, inspire and mentor a dynamic team of bar and beverage professionals, fostering a culture of creativity, excellence and continuous development
- Monitor and optimise financial performance through strategic budgeting, forecasting and profitability analysis
- Spearhead innovation in beverage offerings and menu design, leveraging mixology expertise and trend insights to deliver cutting-edge experiences that set Crown apart as a market leader
Key Requirements:
- Proven leadership experience in managing multi-venue bar or beverage operations, ideally within premium hospitality environments
- Strong background in mixology, beverage curation and product knowledge
- A progressive mindset with a passion for innovation and trend-setting in the beverage space
- High-level business acumen with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and cost management
- A hands-on, energetic leader who thrives in dynamic environments and motivates teams to exceed expectations
- Ability to influence culture, drive change and lead with authenticity and vision
What We Offer You
- Competitive salary package plus bonus incentive
- A collaborative and inclusive team culture
- Complimentary onsite meals, discounted parking, and discounts across Crown restaurants & hotels
Additional Information
Applications Close: Sunday 17th August 2025
What you can expect from us
On top of exciting career possibilities, we offer better exposure to experiences and learning.
Our Crown Community celebrates uniqueness and embraces diversity. We welcome the creativity, insights and experiences from people of different race, age, religion, cultural background, gender, people with disability, people who identify as LGBTIQ+ and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander; people like you.
