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DKP Hospitality Group is a specialist hospitality recruitment brand that sources talent at all levels for restaurants, bars, hotels, as well as luxury resorts across Australia, Asia and the Pacific. 

Located in Australia, dealing with the Pacific East, The Americas, DKP Recruitment Hospitality is a boutique agency that has become an International hub for many clients that appreciate the one on one relationship given by owner Darren Pye. With 20 years experience in the business, Darren knows what his clients need. Darren deals personally with his clients and is always available to get the job done and is always contactable whether it’s weekends, after hours or internationally. DKP is contactable at any hour. Because Darren is so hands on and accessible, this is the huge reason why DKP has worked with the biggest Hospitality Groups for many years. Clients know that Darren will always be available to talk to him directly and never need to worry about dealing with a new recruiter when dealing with their staff placements.

Big recruitment agencies have staff that come and go all the time, this is not ideal for clients nor the candidates. It’s a fine line to represent both client and candidate and make sure that both parties are going to be the best fit. DKP builds ongoing relationships with all their clients. DKP understands how delicate the formalities are that his clients seek in the candidates that are being presented to them for their staff placements. Whether you are looking for candidates in all of Australia or Internationally, Darren has his finger on the pulse of hospitality excellence.

Candidates

 DKP RECRUITMENT -Positions and Divisions we specialise in :

Culinary / Back of House Positions

Executive Chef

Head Chef

Sous Chef

Chef de Partie

Demi Chef de Partie

Demi Chef

Commis Chef

Pastry Chef

Cook

Kitchen Manager

Catering and Events Chef

Production Chef

Front of House Positions

General Manager / Licensee

Venue Manager

Assistant Venue Manager

Restaurant Manager

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Food & Beverage Manager

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

Front of House / Concierge

Guest Service Agent

Floor Manager

Duty Manager

Gaming Manager

Bar Manager

Barista

CURRENT JOB ALERTS

Venue Manager

Location: Newcastle/Maitland/Hunter Regional NSW AUSTRALIA

We are looking for a very strong Venue Manager who possesses a vibrant switched on personality to work in an upmarket boutique hotel. Our client is a highly established, leading Hotel Group in the Newcastle area, a very successful and large hospitality group in the South Pacific region.

Do you take pride in presentation? Do you have experience working in a 5 Star Hotel? If so, we want to hear from you! DO YOU WANT TO MAKE AN EXCITING “Sea Change”? This is a chance to join one of the South Pacific’s most dynamic, high profile hospitality groups to offer your hospitality career long term career growth and stability!!

Ideally this Venue Manager must have the following: 

* MUST have Drivers License

* Experience in OPERA ( hospitality software program )

* Must have worked in an upmarket hotel ( ideally 5 star ) previously 

* MUST have previously worked in a high volume, fast paced Cocktail Bar and very experienced in Cocktails and Cocktail Menus.

* Possess RSA and RCG

Reporting directly to the General Manager, The Venue Manager will have the following duties: 

  • Driving revenue and the overall guest experience through a hands on approach. 

  • Creating the ultimate atmosphere with a detailed approach in all aspects of operating the business. 

  • Responsible for the day-to-day management & leadership of the team. This encompasses rostering, forecasting, activations along with planning events and promotions, seasonal cocktail menu creation and roll out, and plenty more.

  • Take the lead of cocktail creativity! Being a volume cocktail bar, this must be taken into consideration. 

  • Maintain and assist on the beverage and food menu development. 

  • Culture - Foster a culture by developing the team through employee training (internal and external). Create a playful and safe atmosphere to work amongst peers. 

* Great Salary Package available on offer!  + Super

At this time, Applications are not being accepted or considered by any Overseas Applicants who are not currently living in Australia with full unlimited working rights.

To express your interest, please kindly send your Updated Resume & Personalized Covering Letter to:

Front Office Manager

Location: Newcastle/Maitland/Hunter Regional NSW AUSTRALIA

We are looking for a very strong Front Office Manager who possesses a vibrant switched on personality to work in an upmarket boutique hotel. Our client is a very successful and large hospitality group in the South Pacific region.

Do you take pride in presentation? Do you have experience working in a 5 Star Hotel? If so, we want to hear from you! DO YOU WANT TO MAKE AN EXCITING “Sea Change”? This is a chance to join one of the South Pacific’s most dynamic, high profile hospitality groups to offer your hospitality career long term career growth and stability!!

This position will report directly to the General Manager, the Front Office Manager will lead the hotels day to day operations by turning every guest experience into an unforgettable one! 

Applicants must have prior experience as a Front Office Manager and their full Australian Drivers License. Experience in OPERA ( hospitality software program ) a must.

Some duties include:

  • - Responsible for the day-to-day management of Rooms operations.

  • - Lead and manage the front desk team; rostering and forecasting, and driving sales into other areas of the hotel to maximum departmental profit.

  • - Knowledgeable with regard to current room rates and yield management strategies.

  • - Delegate and control departmental expense budgets pertaining to controlling costs and payroll expenses.

  • - Handle complaints so that it leaves customers satisfied and impressed without compromise. 

  • - Participate in the operations of the Rooms Department to assist and drive service.

  • - Constantly motivate staff and be positive and passionate! 

If you are a Professional and personable, with excellent communication skills and a can-do attitude please get in touch with us as our client’s venue is truly a special hotel experience. 

Front Office Manager will be required to hold or obtain a First Aid and Manager certificates. Outstanding communications and presentation skills both written and verbal are a must! 

* Position mentioned above is Full Time & Permanent 

* Great Salary Package available on offer!  + Super

At this time, Applications are not being accepted or considered by any Overseas Applicants who are not currently living in Australia with full unlimited working rights.

To express your interest, please kindly send your Updated Resume & Personalized Covering Letter to :

General Manager/Licensee/Venue Manager

Location : Sydney Eastern Suburbs, and CBD, NSW AUSTRALIA

Our client is a leading Hospitality Group throughout Australia.

An exciting career opportunity has become available for an experienced LICENSEE (General Manager) to join one of their iconic LGBTQ Friendly Hotel Pub Venues in the heart of Sydney's Eastern suburbs.

To be considered for this position, the following skill set and past work experience is required :

1. Previous experience MANAGING large hotel venues and pubs is essential. A strong background working in high volume, reputable establishments to date

2. A true passion for Food with exceptional Management & Customer Service skills

3. A strong working background, knowledge and understanding of Gaming with current RSA & RSG. This GM position MUST be experienced with Gaming.

3. The ability to work well under pressure in a very large and fast paced Hotel Pub environment

4. Possess strong skills previously in MANAGING a large team daily

5. A genuine desire and passion for hospitality as your long term career direction

This is truly an excellent career opportunity to join one of the most iconic and premium Hotel Pub venues in Newcastle.

Attractive salary package on offer for our successful candidate!

At this current time, Applications are not being accepted or considered by any Overseas Applicants who are not currently living in Australia with full unlimited working rights.

If you are ready to make your next perfect career move and would like to join this highly reputable venue and hospitality group, we would like to hear from you.

Please kindly send your UPDATED RESUME to Armando Daniel and we will then give you a call to discuss your application in further detail:

Sous Chef

Location: Maitland/Newcastle Regional NSW AUSTRALIA

Sous Chef position available for Regional NSW venue from a highly established, leading Hotel Pub Group in the Newcastle / Lake Macquarie / Hunter Valley Region, NSW.

Creative, passionate Sous Chef a plus! Candidate must have a minimum of 3-5 years experience in a similar role. Experience in quality Modern Australian Food - Steaks, Pan, Fry, Grill, Salads, Larder, Pasta, Seafood, Menu Specials.

Sous Chefs must have completed an apprenticeship or passed the appropriate trade test for general and specialised duties including supervision and training of lower grade kitchen staff; ordering and stock control.

Minimum Certificate IV + two years of experience OR three years full-time experience.

* NOTE : Chef Candidates with Permanent and Temporary Residency, 485 Visa, Student Visa Status with Full Unlimited Working Rights ( no restrictions on working hours per week ongoing ) are highly encouraged to apply for all of the above positions.

* Chef Position mentioned above is Full Time & Permanent Chef Placement ( not Casual Position )

* Great Salary Package available on offer! $75,000 + Super

* At this current time, Applications are not being accepted or considered by any Overseas Applicants who are not currently living in Australia with full unlimited working rights. Candidates requiring 482 Visa sponsorship transfers need NOT apply.

To express your interest, please kindly send your Updated Resume & Personalized Covering Letter to :

Chef de Partie

Location: Broken Hill, NSW AUSTRALIA

Are you a chef looking to live the quiet life in the Outbacks of Australia? Our client has a family run cafe for over 15 years looking for a very experienced Chef de Partie to be the back bone to the Head Chef. If you are looking to work in a quiet town that is a beautiful desert oasis we want to hear from you! This position will suit someone who wants to live a quiet life in the country! 

The kitchen is small but the cafe is very stylish, a high profile cafe in the main part of town that caters to its locals, tourists and many film crews from Oz and Hollywood. This small mining town is over 1100km west of Sydney and surrounded by desert. The nearest State Capital city is Adelaide which is more than 500km to the southwest and linked via route A32. 

The cafe is open 5 days a week only, open for breakfast and lunch only. 

Chef de Parties must have completed an apprenticeship or passed the appropriate trade test for general and specialised duties including supervision and training of lower grade kitchen staff; ordering and stock control. Minimum Certificate IV + two years of experience OR three years full-time experience.

* NOTE : Chef Candidates with Permanent and Temporary Residency, 485 Visa, Student Visa Status with Full Unlimited Working Rights ( no restrictions on working hours per week ongoing ) are highly encouraged to apply for all of the above positions.

* All Chef Positions mentioned above are Full Time & Permanent Chef Placements ( not Casual Positions )

* Great Salary Packages available on offer!

* At this current time, Applications are not being accepted or considered by any Overseas Applicants who are not currently living in Australia with full unlimited working rights. Candidates requiring 482 Visa sponsorship transfers need NOT apply.

To express your interest, please kindly send your Updated Resume & Personalized Covering Letter to :

Restaurant Manager

Location : Maitland, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Our client is looking to hire an experienced Restaurant Manager/Functions Manager who can bring their passion for amazing food and service to their established restaurant and drive the functions component of this well regarded venue in the Newcastle regions.

The Role

Are you looking for autonomy and to continue to build on the already thriving Bistro and achieve success that you can call your own. Taking ownership of this channel of the business in conjunction with the Head Chef. Enjoy being part of a supportive team of hospitality professionals who have the drive to exceed customer expectations. Able to create synergy with the rest of the venue to drive all revenue streams. If you have had success building a great culture and understand how to lead a team, we want to hear from you.

Excellent Salary Package

Additionally, the ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:

Demonstrated experience as restaurant supervisor or manager.
Running shifts serving 200+ diners plus functions guests
Excellent time management and organisation skills.
Experience in training new staff.
Coordinating promotions, functions and special events in dining and event spaces
Proven ability to work under pressure and priorities effectively.
Ensuring quality customer services, communicating with customers to assess their satisfaction with meals and service.
Outstanding team leadership skills and the ability to manage and lead a great team culture.
Be able to develop and implement concepts to drive business through the entire venue.
Experience with designing POS (or setting clear briefs for designers).
Flexibility around rosters to ensure you understand the different trends in trade.
Predominantly weekend work and bistro hours (till 9.30pm).
Drive social media and sales for the restuarent.
Remuneration will be well above award if you meet the criteria above in addition to an incentive scheme after meeting the probationary period.

If you have interest in joining one of Australia’s leading hospitality groups and would like to apply, please email your updated resume and covering letter to :

HEAD CHEF

Location : Newcastle / Hunter Region - NSW AUSTRALIA

We are currently searching for a creative, passionate Head Chef to join my client at one of their leading iconic Hotel Pubs based in the beautiful Newcastle / Hunter Region of NSW.

This role is an amazing career opportunity that offers you loads of variety in your working day and week. You will be responsible for working as Acting Chef across my clients multiple venues, enabling the current groups Venue Head Chefs to take their annual leave and entitlements. One day will never be the same as the other whilst being exposed to running and operating the kitchens at multiple venues for this highly established hospitality group.

Candidate must have a minimum of 3-5 years experience in a similar role. Experience in quality Modern Australian Food - Steaks, Pan, Fry, Grill, Salads, Larder, Pasta, Seafood, Menu Specials.

To be suited for this role, you must have a solid experience managing and running a respected, fast paced Hotel Pub kitchen brigade - strong a la carte and pub food experience, experience in menu creations and designs, forecasts and managing kitchen budgets, dealing with suppliers daily, stock control, training and mentoring all levels of chefs.

*Competitive Salary Package*

Must have own car and be able to drive.

Currently not accepting oversea applications without full working rights. Our client is not offering any 482 Visa transfers at the moment. 482 Visa holders need NOT apply.

If you have interest in joining one of Australia’s leading hospitality groups and would like to apply, please email your updated resume and covering letter to :

Chef de Partie

Locations: Newcastle Regional NSW AUSTRALIA

4 Chef de Partie Positions available for Regional NSW for several venues from a highly established, leading Hotel Pub Group in the Newcastle / Lake Macquarie / Hunter Valley Region, NSW

We have a great opportunity for Chef de Partie’s living in Newcastle / Hunter Region, NSW region or who are looking to relocate to the beautiful Newcastle/Lake Macquarie region!

AMAZING salary package on offer!

Join our clients large and professional Hotel/Pub alongside their friendly team!

These roles can offer IMMEDIATE start for the right candidate.

* NOTE : Chef Candidates with Permanent and Temporary Residency, 485 Visa with Full Unlimited Working Rights ( no restrictions on working hours per week ongoing ) are highly encouraged to apply for all of the above positions.

* All Chef Positions mentioned above are Full Time & Permanent Chef Placements ( not Casual Positions )

* At this current time, Applications are not being accepted or considered by any Overseas Applicants who are not currently living in Australia with full unlimited working rights. Candidates requiring 482 Visa sponsorship transfers need NOT apply.

To express your interest, please kindly send your Updated Resume & Personalized Covering Letter to :

Duty Manager Positions Available

Location : Cessnock, Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland & Hunter Region, NSW, Australia.

My client is a leading Hospitality Group throughout Australia.

An exciting career opportunity has become available for an experienced DUTY MANAGER to join one of their key ‘flag ship’ Hotel Pub Venues for a leading Hotel Pub in the Cessnock, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunterregion, NSW, Australia.

To be considered for this position, the following skill set and past work experience is required :

1. A strong background working in high volume, reputable establishments to date

2. A minimum of 12 months previous management experience and strong knowledge in all aspects of running a busy hotel, particularly from a gaming/wagering & F&B perspective.

3. A strong working background, knowledge and understanding of Gaming with current RSA & RSG

3. The ability to work well under pressure in a very large and fast paced Hotel Pub environment

4. Possess strong skills previously in managing a large team daily

5. A genuine desire and passion for hospitality as your long term career direction

This is truly an excellent career opportunity to join one of the most iconic and premium Hotel Pub venues in Newcastle.

* NOTE : Candidates with Permanent and Temporary Residency, 485 Visa, Student Visa Status with Full Unlimited Working Rights ( no restrictions on working hours per week ongoing ) are highly encouraged to apply.

Currently not accepting oversea applications without full working rights. Our client is not offering any 482 Visa transfers at the moment. 482 Visa holders need NOT apply.

If you are ready to make your next perfect career move and would like to join this highly reputable venue and hospitality group, I would like to hear from you.

Please kindly send your UPDATED RESUME to me and we will then give you a call to discuss your application in further detail:

DUTY MANAGER POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Location : North Sydney, NSW AUSTRALIA

My client is a leading Hospitality Group throughout Australia.

An exciting career opportunity has become available for an experienced DUTY MANAGER to join one of their key ‘flag ship’ Hotel Pub Venues for a leading Hotel Pub in the Northern Beaches of Sydney, NSW Australia.

To be considered for this position, the following skill set and past work experience is required :

1. A strong back ground working in high volume, reputable establishments to date

2. A true passion for Food with exceptional Management & Customer Service skills

3. A strong working background, knowledge and understanding of Gaming with current RSA & RSG

3. The ability to work well under pressure in a very large and fast paced Hotel Pub environment

4. Possess strong skills previously in managing a large team daily

5. A genuine desire and passion for hospitality as your long term career direction

This is truly an excellent career opportunity to join one of the most iconic and premium Hotel Pub venues in Sydney, Australia.

If you are ready to make your next perfect career move and would like to join this highly reputable venue and hospitality group, I would like to hear from you.

Please kindly send your UPDATED RESUME to me and we will then give you a call to discuss your application in further detail:

Contact DKP

Please email for any questions or opportunities and make sure to email your resume for any staff placement consideration to darrenpye@gmail.com