Full Time Food & Beverage Supervisor

The James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor is one of Wellington’s most well-known Hotels. We are part of the Grand Hotels International group with hotels located throughout New Zealand, Australia, Malaysia and Singapore. Grand Hotels International is known for quality accommodation, exceptional service, convenient locations and outstanding conference and meeting facilities.
As a Food & Beverage Supervisor you will face many exciting challenges. You will be required to oversee staff in "Whitby's", our 250 seat a la carte & buffet restaurant and Piano Bar, as well as our more intimate cafe/restaurant and bar in the hotel lobby - 'Sojourn' - which serves food & beverage throughout the day - coffees by day and cocktails by night, room service and our newly refurbished Harbour Lounge on the 26th floor.
As an integral member of the food and beverage supervisory team, quality service and high standards are very important to ensure we meet and exceed customer expectations. Specific responsibilities include:
Supervise the Food & Beverage operations of the hotel outlets ensuring all guests are provided with an efficient and friendly service with consistent high quality products
Ensure guest satisfaction by assisting the Assistant Restaurant & Bar Manager and the Restaurant & Bar Manager with hands on supervision and leadership
Developing and driving the team to deliver exceptional and memorable service by leading by example in delivery and enhancing product knowledge
Understand menu content, any menu changes and promotional activities
The successful candidate will have the following attributes:
At least one years' experience as a Food & Beverage Supervisor or in a similar role
Hospitality degree or diploma
Flair & passion for the food and beverage industry with excellent food and beverage product knowledge
You will be enthusiastic about delivering great customer service
Ability to lead, develop and motivate a team
Ability to multi task and think on your feet
A positive and proactive attitude
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Flexibility to be available Monday through to Sunday including mornings, afternoons and evenings.