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Food & Beverage SupervisorTaranaki • New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand
Food & Beverage Supervisor

Food & Beverage Supervisor

Taranaki • New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand
15 days ago
Job description

Join a Team That’s as Passionate About Service as You Are.

At Novotel New Plymouth Taranaki and Haukai Bistro & Bar, we take pride in creating exceptional guest experiences and showcasing the best of Taranaki’s regional cuisine. From coastal breakfasts to dinners paired with local wines and craft gins, our people bring every moment to life.

We’re looking for a dynamic, hands‑on Food & Beverage Supervisor to help lead our talented team and raise our service standards even higher. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy developing others, and love hospitality, this could be your next move.

What You’ll Be Doing :

You’ll be a visible, guest-facing leader ensuring smooth daily operations across :

  • Haukai Bistro & Bar
  • Room Service
  • Meetings & Events (up to 200 delegates)

As part of the F&B leadership team, you’ll :

  • Support the Food & Beverage Manager in running the department
  • Maintain and improve service standards and procedures
  • Coach and motivate the team to perform at their best
  • Contribute to profitability and service excellence strategies
  • Be present during key service times
  • Act as senior contact when the F&B Manager is away
  • Your Key Responsibilities :

  • Deliver memorable guest experiences and manage feedback professionally
  • Lead by example, setting high standards on the floor
  • Support onboarding, training, and performance development
  • Coordinate service flow for events and group bookings
  • Oversee opening / closing duties, rosters, and stock control
  • Manage restaurant bookings and daily setups
  • Uphold food safety, liquor licensing, and Health & Safety standards
  • Participate in the Health & Safety Committee
  • Identify and implement service improvements
  • Step into leadership as second-in-command when required
  • What We’re Looking For :

  • Minimum 12 months in a similar supervisory or team leader role (hotel experience preferred)
  • Strong leadership presence — inspiring, calm, and accountable
  • High emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills
  • Genuine passion for guest service and hospitality excellence
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multitask and stay composed in a busy environment
  • Confident with buffet, à la carte, and event service styles
  • Skilled in rostering, timesheets and team coaching
  • Familiar with POS systems (e.g., Micros)
  • Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
  • You’ll Stand Out If You Also Have :

  • High barista skills and strong wine, spirit, and cocktail knowledge
  • Professional grooming and presentation
  • Excellent English communication skills
  • Physical fitness (lifting up to 23kg)
  • A positive, motivated attitude that lifts the team
  • Qualifications :

  • LCQ and current Duty Manager’s Certificate (preferred)
  • Level 7 qualification or diploma in Hospitality Management (preferred)
  • Schedule & Availability :

    Rostered shifts across breakfast (as early as 04 : 45), lunch, and dinner (up to 23 : 00 or later). Weekends, public holidays, and split shifts apply as part of a rotating roster.

    What’s In It for You :

  • Paid birthday leave & wellness day
  • Paid parental leave
  • Staff meals & dining discounts at Haukai Bistro & Bar
  • Global accommodation and F&B discounts across Accor
  • Career development & training pathways
  • Work anniversary rewards
  • Part uniform provided
  • Partner & referral bonuses
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Compensation & Hours :

  • Pay rate : $30.35 – $30.96 per hour (depending on experience)
  • Permanent position, minimum 30 hours per week on rotating roster.
  • Based at Novotel New Plymouth Taranaki, Cnr of Hobson & Leach Streets, New Plymouth.
  • Next Steps :

    If you’re passionate about great service and ready to bring your leadership to our team, we’d love to hear from you.

  • Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter sharing what excites you about joining us.
  • Only applicants with current legal work rights in New Zealand will be considered. We are not currently recruiting under the Accredited Employer Work Visa Program.
  • Apply now for this role or get more information by contacting Mariska Botha.

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