About EVT: Rydges South Bank 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.
About the Role
With direct access to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre and 14 flexible venues ranging from intimate boardrooms to the scenic Level 12 Rooftop, Rydges South Bank is home to some of Brisbane's biggest conferences, galas and celebrations.
We're looking for an F&B Attendant to join our Conferencing & Events team, helping deliver everything from working lunches and coffee breaks to cocktail parties and black-tie dinners for groups of all sizes. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety, thrives behind the scenes of a big event, and takes pride in getting every detail right for our guests and delegates.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, service, and break down function rooms and event spaces in line with event run sheets and client requirements.
- Deliver high-quality food and beverage service across conferences, meetings, weddings and social events, adapting to different formats and service styles.
- Maintain cleanliness, presentation, and safety standards across all event spaces, including outdoor terraces and the Level 12 Rooftop.
- Work closely with the Conference & Events, Kitchen, and Banquets teams to ensure seamless delivery from bump-in to bump-out.
- Respond promptly and professionally to guest and delegate requests throughout the event.
- Assist with stock control, replenishment, and equipment setup, including AV and furniture configurations.
- Support opening, closing, and cashiering duties where required.
- Participate in training sessions to continuously build product knowledge and service skills.
Skills & Experience
- Experience in food and beverage service within a hotel, events, or hospitality environment is desirable but not essential.
- Comfortable working across a variety of event styles, from boardroom meetings to large-scale conferences and celebrations.
- Personable, adaptable, and able to stay calm under the pressure of a busy event schedule.
- Good communication skills and a genuine team player.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation.
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends around the events calendar.
How You Work
- Daymaker ethos — no one's too big for the small things.
- Owner's mindset — acts on data/feedback; ships improvements.
- 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 South Bank 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.
