About EVT: Sails Port Macquarie is part of EVT, one of Australasia’s market-leading experience creators offering careers that can take you wherever you want to go across entertainment, ventures, and travel. In a world of cookie cutter experiences, here at EVT we believe in changing the game. It’s why we all call ourselves Daymakers - because each day is a chance to add the wow factor for our customers and continually grow in our own careers.
Proudly owned and operated in Australia and New Zealand, Rydges offers refreshingly local stays in city, regional and resort-style hotels. We’re not just in the neighbourhood, we’re part of it. Every hotel is designed for ease, connection and quality. From check-in to check-out, our local heroes bring a can-do attitude and “too easy” service. Whether it’s for work or a well-earned break, our place feels like home with the charm of somewhere new. Join us to help make every moment memorable.
EVT has an endless range of roles and careers paths to explore across over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection and Australia’s most loved year round alpine resort, Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once you’re in, there’s no limits on where your career could take you.
Key Responsibilities & Experience
We’re on the hunt for someone that loves all things Events! The Events Supervisor is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of conferences, weddings, and social functions at the resort, ensuring every event runs smoothly and reflects the Rydges brand standard. This role coordinates with clients pre-event to confirm run sheets, room setups, and catering requirements, then leads the on-the-ground team during bump-in, service, and bump-out to ensure a seamless guest experience. The Events Supervisor also supervises and rosters events staff, upholds health and safety standards, and works closely with the Food & Beverage and Sales teams to maximise event revenue and repeat bookings.
- Previous experience in events as a supervisor working in hotels, bars, events or restaurants.
- Experience managing and training teams, driver a strong team culture and driving a great guest experience.
- Proven knowledge of food and beverage items, including wine and cocktails (training will be provided).
- Warm, friendly and approachable manor.
- Great communication skills, flexibility and approachable.
- Be able to anticipate the guests need and be adaptable.
- Promote the venue and brand, maintain strong product knowledge, assist with training, supervision, and role allocation as required.
What You’ll Bring
- Ideally previous experience working in a supervisor role in restaurants or hospitality venues.
- Experience managing guest expectations and supporting the food & beverage service.
- Strong communication skills, attention to detail and work ethic.
- Professional with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics
How You Work
- Daymaker ethos — no one’s too big for the small things.
- Hands-on and non-hierarchical — leads from the front.
- Resilient and solutions-focused — stays calm, moves fast.
Perks from Day One
As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels - no ivory towers.
- 50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels – QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo and more.
- $2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar.
- Seasonal perks at Thredbo.
- Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network.
- Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities.
Apply Now
Join Rydges and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker. Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day.
Send your CV and a short cover letter. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and review applications as they come in - don’t wait! We can’t wait to see the places your career will go with EVT.
When you click apply, you’ll be taken to our secure EVT careers portal (powered by Dayforce). This is our official system for managing applications across the EVT Group. You’ll simply enter your details and answer a few quick screening questions so we can get to know you better.
