About Connect Hospitality
Connect Hospitality is a global asset management and investment firm specializing in real estate, with a strong track record in both delivering new-build hotels and repositioning existing properties across Australia and New Zealand. As a leading hotel developer, we partner with some of the world’s most recognised hotel brands, including Holiday Inn Express, voco, Hotel Indigo, Kimpton, and Sebel.

About Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is renowned for its boutique hospitality, creating memorable, heartfelt connections. We are pioneers of the boutique hotel concept and are passionate about offering personalised, unscripted luxury experiences. Our mission is to be the world’s most loved boutique hotel and restaurant company, and we believe this starts with our employees. We foster a culture of creativity, individuality, and growth, where our team members are empowered to lead themselves and make every guest experience truly special.

At Kimpton, you can:

• Be Yourself – bring your authentic self to work; your personality, creativity, and individuality are what make Kimpton special.
• Lead Yourself – take initiative and continually improve, with full support from the team.
• Make It Count – focus on delivering a ridiculously personal experience that makes an impact on our guests and your team.

Position Overview

Ready to shake up the ordinary and serve up extraordinary? We’re on the hunt for a standout Director of Restaurants & Bars to take the rein and turn up the volume at our signature hotspots: Luke’s Kitchen, Harper Rooftop Bar, and Wilmot Bar.

If you’re all about curating unforgettable moments, leading with heart, and infusing everything you do with a sense of play, this is the gig for you. Think bold moves, next-level hospitality, and a vibe that gets people talking (and coming back for more).

• Lead the Party – you’ll be the heartbeat of our R&B venues, steering the ship, inspiring your crew, and keeping the good times rolling from brunch ’til last call.
• Make It Happen – from financials that pop to seamless operations, you’ll know your numbers and your Negronis inside out.
• Mentor & Motivate – you’re not just a manager, you’re a mentor. You’ll coach a diverse, passionate team to deliver the kind of service that wows every guest, every time.
• Create Buzz – with your vision and energy, you’ll help our venues become the places everyone wants to be; iconic, inviting, and always a great time.

At Kimpton, we don’t just serve food and drinks, we serve up experiences. So, if you’re ready to sprinkle some magic, lead with style, and make your mark where hospitality meets high energy, let’s talk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in hospitality or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of related experience, with a strong background in managing multiple venues.
• Proven experience in managing financial performance and driving business growth.
• Knowledge of the Hospitality Industry (General) Award 2020 and relevant certifications.

If you’re passionate about hospitality and ready to lead a dynamic team at one of the world’s most exciting hotel brands, we want to hear from you. Apply today and join our Kimpton family!

Connect Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.