Food and Beverage Team Leader | Banquets

Discover Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour invites guests and talent into a world where French Art de Vivre meets Sydney’s vibrant waterfront culture. As Sofitel’s flagship hotel in the Pacific, the property features 590 elegant rooms and suites, four distinctive bars and restaurants, a breathtaking award-winning infinity pool, a state-of-the-art fitness centre overlooking the skyline, an exclusive top-floor Executive Lounge and our renowned luxury spa.

At the heart of everything we do are exceptional people. We are deeply committed to cultivating an inspiring, energising, and rewarding environment, one where craftsmanship is celebrated, creativity is encouraged, and luxury is delivered with intention and pride.

Inspiration, Recognition & Reward

As a valued Sofitel Ambassador, you will be immersed in a world of refined privileges and bespoke rewards. Enjoy privileged access to an international portfolio of luxury accommodation, exceptional dining, and curated lifestyle experiences. Daily touches of indulgence; from preferred-rate artisan coffee to a thoughtfully designed Ambassador dining menu, elevate the everyday.

Your growth is equally important to us. Through a distinguished learning platform blending expert knowledge with tailored development, we support your evolution as a culinary leader within a culture that celebrates excellence, individuality and ambition.

Bonjour! Take the next step in Banquets, where grand events are delivered with precision, elegance, and impeccable service. As a Food & Beverage Team Leader, you will set the tone for seamless, five-star functions ensuring every event, from intimate gatherings to large-scale conferences, is executed flawlessly and memorably.

With a natural ability to lead, you guide the team through each event with confidence, coordinating service flow, room set-ups, and timings to ensure smooth and efficient delivery. You inspire and support your team, driving performance, engagement, and development while maintaining the highest standards throughout every stage of service.

You are detail-oriented and commercially aware, confidently promoting offerings and enhancing the guest experience through attentive service and thoughtful execution. From maintaining impeccable hygiene standards to overseeing presentation and operational flow, every element is managed with precision and professionalism.

Working within a collaborative and high-performing environment, you embody the art of French hospitality with a polished, adaptable, and “can-do” attitude, elevating each event into a sophisticated and unforgettable occasion.

About You

You bring warmth, elegance, and a passion for delivering personalised, unforgettable guest experiences. Highly organised and polished, you communicate with confidence and anticipate every need with ease. With proven hospitality experience, you inspire your team, supporting their growth with guidance and encouragement. Your impeccable grooming and professional presence reflect the sophistication of luxury service.

You communicate with confidence and professionalism, hold a current RSA certification, and bring flexibility and reliability to a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

With full Australian working rights, you are ready to step into a role where your passion for service and attention to detail contribute to creating memorable guest experiences every day.

If you are passionate about hospitality and take pride in delivering elevated service, we would love to hear from you!

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know how we can support you.