Be part of something exceptional at The Rees Hotel.

Our award-winning True South Dining Room offers sophisticated, elegant evening dining as well as a full breakfast service, the Bordeau Lounge Bar serves a delicious all-day menu with an extensive wine selection and our versatile conference spaces cater to events of all sizes. 

Join us and work alongside a passionate team in a setting that also features one of New Zealand’s most impressive private wine cellars, showcasing an exclusive collection of both international and local wines.

The Assistant Food and Beverage Manager position is a hands-on leadership role, supporting the Food and Beverage Manager to create outstanding dining experiences across our food and beverage outlets.  You’ll lead from the floor to bring out the best in the team, training and enabling growth, driving operational standards and carrying out a variety of administrational responsibilities. 

If you’re a leader with a passion for great wine and food, and ready for the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Please contact us for a full position description detailing key tasks and responsibilities.

This is a permanent role and we’re recruiting to fill one position.

Skills, Experience and Attributes

·         At least three years’ experience in food and beverage service, preferably in 5-star hotel fine dining restaurants

·         Strong beverage knowledge, particularly wine, with WSET certification preferred

·         Strong leadership and communication skills

·         Calm, organised and efficient

·         Resilient and able to work effectively under pressure

·         Previous experience with stock management, ordering and invoice approval

·         Proficiency in Point of Sale (POS) systems and restaurant management software

·         Strong problem solving skills, with the ability to quickly resolve operational issues or guest complaints

·         Experience in multiple hotel food and beverage outlets such as events and in-room dining would be beneficial

·         You must be available to work a variety of shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays

Why Join Us?

·         Full-time, permanent role

·         Minimum of 30 hours per week guaranteed up to a maximum of 50 hours per week

·         Minimum hourly rate of $31.50 to maximum hourly rate of $33.00

·         Free parking on-site

·         Duty meals and free barista coffees on shift

·         Employee Assistance Programme

·         Wellbeing initiatives

·         Sustainability is at the forefront of how we work, with a strong in-house environmental and social sustainability programme

 Applications from NZ residents and citizens strongly encouraged.

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