Cabravale Resort Novotel, Cabramatta
Beverage Program Venue Setup |Operational Systems
Novotel Cabramatta marks a major redevelopment led by Cabravale Diggers to transform Western Sydney’s hospitality landscape. As part of a multi-stage $50 million project, the venue will feature a 4-star Novotel hotel, a premium steakhouse and whisky bar by renowned chef Dany Karam, a 300-seat Italian restaurant, and multiple bars and event spaces. As beverage consultant, I led the development of five distinct bar programs and one restaurant concept, delivering full beverage strategy from concept to implementation.
What I Delivered :
Beverage concept and menu development for 4 bars and a fine dining restaurant
Full spirits, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic portfolio curation
OSE (Operating Supplies & Equipment) planning and procurement
Cocktail and wine list development with recipe costing and POS integration
Staff training for more then 70 staff
Operational support for venue launch, including bar setups, staff training on-site, and pre-opening service coordination
Design and implementation of a custom bartender training and bar school
75-page training manual with structured modules, quizzes, blind tastings, and service role plays
Batching kitchen implementation, sourcing equipment for 4 bars and 2 event spaces
Complete Bar design for 6 bars with ergonomics, focusing on workflow, service efficiency and equipment placement.
