About Us
The Balfour Kitchen is an award-winning, intimate neighbourhood restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests are invited to dine inside or enjoy the alfresco experience of a classic Queenslander wrap-around verandah and intimate courtyard shaded by Frangipani trees. A private dining room is also available for business lunches or celebration dinners for up to 18 people. A modern Australian menu with a European flair, The Balfour Kitchen is a hidden gem delivering a unique dining experience.
Located in the fashionable suburb of New Farm, Spicers Balfour Hotel is just minutes from the Brisbane city centre. Step inside this iconic Queenslander and you’ll discover a chic and stylish interior that’s welcoming and warm and perfectly complements the high standard of personal service expected from a Spicers Retreat.
The Role
As Restaurant Manager you will be responsible for overseeing the running of The Balfour Kitchen as well as the renowned roof-top bar and a variety of functions and events.
You will lead, recruit and train a team of hospitality professionals to ensure seamless operations and exceptional guest service delivery in both the restaurant and associated function, bar and room service areas. This is a fast-paced and diverse role that allows you to capitalise on your food and beverage experience whilst also developing and managing a high performing team.
About YOU!
Spicers Retreats greatly value dedicated hospitality professionals who demonstrate a generosity of spirit. We seek committed and passionate talent who demonstrate our core values:
Happy – We are an advocate for the brand, have a sense of fun and look on the bright side of life. We don’t accept cynics.
Humble – We are willing to listen and learn and no task is beneath us. We value teamwork, are generous and don’t have an ego.
Smart – We are empathetic and aware of how we behave affects others. We look for efficiencies and work smarter not harder. We put the business first, then the team, then ourselves.
In addition to the above you will have solid knowledge of fine food and wine coupled with a flair for providing exceptional customer service. You will have a genuine passion for ‘everything hospitality’ and thrive in a dynamic and collaborative team environment. Integral to this role is versatility and the ability to go above and beyond regardless of the task required. You will display a high level of initiative and be able to think quickly on your feet whilst remaining focused on delivering a superb customer experience.
All applicants will need to demonstrate:
Why work with us?
At Spicers Retreats we love our people and are committed to supporting them to achieve their goals by offering the essential ingredients and winning recipes for success, you just provide the passion!
We regularly celebrate our triumphs with great food, fine wine and good humour at our quarterly 'Spice Nights' and annual gala Awards Night.
Aside from our festivities, your hard work and dedication will be recognised and rewarded through:
To apply:
If you're looking for more than just a job, apply now and celebrate a career you’ll love!