Venues Manager - Kimpton Mayfair Adelaide

Venues Manager – Kimpton Mayfair Adelaide 

Join the iconic Kimpton Mayfair Hotel Adelaide as we step into something new. 

Nestled in the heart of Adelaide’s vibrant CBD, the beloved Mayfair Hotel is entering an exciting new chapter—transforming into Kimpton Mayfair Adelaide in 2027. 

At Kimpton, we do things differently. We’re the original boutique lifestyle brand—known for delivering luxury with a wink: sophisticated, yes—but never stuffy. 
We create spaces that feel, experiences that connect, and moments that are personal, playful, and a little unexpected. 

This is your opportunity to be part of a transformation where timeless elegance meets bold personality—bringing together the Mayfair’s distinctive character with Kimpton’s signature energy, creativity and human connection. 

We are on the lookout for a Venues Manager to deliver a soulful essence – born from its history, creators, locale, community, and people – to create a deeper connection with culture. Working closely with the Director of Food & Beverage, you will bring the restaurant's vision to life through exceptional service, an engaging team culture, and memorable dining experiences that make our restaurants a destination for guests and locals alike.

At Kimpton, food and drink are at the heart of the guest experience; our restaurants and bars are vibrant community hubs as much as they are signature hotel outlets.  

A little taste of your day-to-day 

• Leading the day-to-day restaurant, wine bar and in room dining operation, ensuring every service delivers warm, intuitive and memorable guest experiences aligned with the Kimpton brand 

• Responsible for rostering and daily supervision of the restaurant, in room dining and wine bar, ensuring smooth and efficient operations

• Recruiting, coaching and developing a passionate team of hospitality professionals, fostering an inclusive, high-performing and guest-focused culture 

• Creating memorable dining experiences that build guest loyalty and position the restaurant and wine bar as a destination for both hotel guests and locals 

• Working closely with the Director of Food & Beverage & Executive Chef to deliver seasonal food and beverage experiences and support venue success 

• Managing labour and beverage costs, monitoring financial performance, and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and profitability 

• Maintaining high standards of service, compliance and responsible business practices while continuously improving the overall guest experience

What we need from you 

• Passionate about hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences 

• Believes strong teams are the foundation of great restaurants 

• Leads from the front with energy, presence and a love of service 

• Enjoys inspiring, mentoring and empowering team members 

• Commercially aware, creative, and able to balance people, product and performance 

• Thrives in fast-paced, dynamic hospitality environments 

• Strong organisational skills, with a disciplined approach to systems and procedures, are essential for success in this role

• Passion for wine and premium food and beverage experiences; WSET qualification (or equivalent) is highly regarded 

• Current Responsible Person (RP) and Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certifications (or the ability to obtain prior to commencement)

• Full working rights in Australia without restriction 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Hospitality, Hotel Management or related field 

• Minimum 4+ years’ management experience in a premium restaurant or hospitality environment

What you can expect from us  

This is more than a role—it’s a chance to help shape something special. 

• Be part of a once-in-a-generation brand transformation 

• Join a brand that is radically inclusive, authentic and passionate 

• Work in an environment that celebrates personality—where you can be 100% you 

• Access IHG’s global career pathways, development programs and benefits 

• Enjoy a competitive salary, hotel discounts and some of the best training in the business 

Our culture 

At Kimpton, we believe hospitality is, at its core, human. 

We don’t follow scripts—we follow instincts. We create experiences that are warm, intuitive, and refreshingly unscripted, where guests (and colleagues) feel seen, welcomed, and inspired. 

We’re proud to be part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, where we celebrate differences, value individuality, and create inclusive environments where everyone can bring their whole self to work. 

Sounds like you? 
Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d love to hear from you. 

Come as you are—and help us create something truly special.