Retail Food & Beverage Coordinator
Job purpose:
Would you like to be behind the scenes of the retail food and beverage operation at Optus Stadium? This one-year fixed-term role supports the effective delivery of Event Retail Food & Beverage services across the venue. Reporting to the Retail Food & Beverage Manager, you will help coordinate both event-day and mid-week operations. Your role will include supporting stock distribution and cellar activities, maintaining accurate inventory through par levels and weekly stocktakes, and contributing to the planning and implementation of F&B products, services, and event-day operational plans. This is a full-time position based on a standard five-day work week, with many event days falling on weekends.
In this role you will
* Coordinate event-day and mid-week Retail Food & Beverage operations.
* Assist with managing stock distribution, cellar operations, par levels, and weekly stocktakes to maintain accurate inventory.
* Assist with planning and implementing F&B products, services, and event-day operational plans.
* Work with HR to manage staffing needs, rosters, and recruitment for casual retail staff members.
* Identify and report on service, quality, and operational improvement opportunities.
* Oversee equipment condition and coordinate pre- and post-event cleaning for outlets and warehouse areas.
* Support financial and operational performance, including forecasting, reporting, and cost-control initiatives.
To be successful, you will have:
* Full and unrestricted working rights in Australia (no limitations on hours or restrictions working for the same employer)
* Experience in a similar food and beverage or hospitality role, preferably at a multi-site large-scale operation
* Distribution experience, including stock management in relation to systems, par levels, stock rotation
* Operational understanding of the food & beverage and hospitality industry
* Tertiary qualifications in Hospitality or Event Management (desirable)
* Knowledge in cellar operations (desirable)
* Relevant certifications such as RSA, Approved Manager, forklift licence (desirable)
* A proactive, energetic approach with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.
* Flexibility to work across event schedules where required
While the standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm, the nature of the events industry means you will be required to work outside these hours, especially during events held at Optus Stadium and Stadium Park.
What we offer:
* A competitive salary package + bonus structure.
* Comprehensive benefits package, including:
* Personal benefits – Paid parental leave, flexible working options, study leave.
* Health and wellbeing – Employee Assistance Program, flu vaccinations, onsite fitness classes, and more.
* Workplace benefits – Onsite parking, event-day meals, discounts at City View Café.
* A welcoming and collaborative team culture that values your contribution.
* A unique chance to be part of the team that brings events to life at Optus Stadium.
About us:
Optus Stadium is one of Australia's premier entertainment destinations, recognised globally as the International Venue of the Year (Stadium Business Awards 2022) and the World's Most Beautiful Stadium (Prix Versailles 2019).
We pride ourselves on our 'fans first' approach and are dedicated to creating memorable experiences for guests, partners and each other.
At VenuesLive, we value innovation, inclusivity, and teamwork. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and work in a vibrant and collaborative environment where everyone belongs.
Applications close 6 March 2026.
Shortlisting will commence immediately, and the position may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
We thank you for your interest in joining the VenuesLive team at Optus Stadium and look forward to receiving your application.