Hotel Licensee

Royal Hotel Tumut | Tumut, NSW
$105,000–$110,000 + Performance Bonus + Accommodation Available

The Royal Hotel Tumut is seeking an experienced and motivated Hotel Licensee to lead all aspects of venue operations.

This is not an entry-level management position. We are looking for someone who has previously held the position of Licensee and understands what it takes to operate a successful licensed venue that delivers outstanding customer experiences while maintaining strong compliance, financial performance and community engagement.

If you thrive on leading teams, building local relationships and operating a balanced hotel with gaming, bar, TAB and food operations, we'd love to hear from you.

As Licensee, you will have responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the hotel, including:

• Leading and developing a high-performing team

• Delivering exceptional customer service across all departments

• Managing gaming, bar, TAB and food operations

• Driving venue profitability while maintaining excellent service standards

• Ensuring full compliance with NSW liquor, gaming and regulatory requirements

• Building strong relationships within the local community

• Managing labour, stock control, budgets and financial performance

• Maintaining presentation standards throughout the venue

• Creating a positive culture focused on accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• A minimum of five years' experience as a Hotel Licensee or Venue Licensee

• Demonstrated success managing a licensed hotel environment

• Strong knowledge of NSW gaming operations, TAB and wagering, bar operations and hospitality compliance

• Exceptional leadership and people management skills

• A proven ability to build and retain high-performing teams

• Strong financial acumen, including labour management, budgeting and cost control

• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills

• A genuine passion for regional hospitality and community involvement

• The ability to balance compliance, customer experience, team culture and commercial outcomes

Applicants must hold (or be able to immediately hold):

• Current NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)

• Current NSW Responsible Conduct of Gambling (RCG)

• NSW Approved Manager competency (or equivalent required for the role)

• Eligibility to hold and act as the venue's Hotel Licensee under NSW legislation

• Full Australian working rights

• Salary of $105,000–$110,000 (dependent on experience)

• Attractive performance bonus

• Accommodation available

• Long-term career opportunity with an established hospitality group

• Autonomy to lead and make an impact

• Support from an experienced ownership and operational team

• Opportunity to become an integral part of the local Tumut community

If you are an experienced Hotel Licensee looking for your next challenge and are passionate about leading a successful regional hotel, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume together with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you believe you are the right fit for the Royal Hotel Tumut.