Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

About the role

Novotel Auckland Airport, a 263-room hotel next to the airport terminal, is looking for an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager for its restaurant, THIRTEEN50 Kitchen & Bar. The role oversees daily F&B operations alongside the F&B Manager and supports the restaurant's all-day dining service.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily F&B operations with the F&B Manager, making sure all outlets meet service, cleanliness and policy standards.
• Drive guest experience through ambassadorship of the Novotel brand and service culture, and maintain strong interdepartmental relationships.
• Lead, coach and develop supervisors and team members through clear delegation, performance feedback and daily briefings.
• Help create promotions, merchandising plans and advertising initiatives, and identify and implement operational improvements.
• Ensure food quality, safety and cleanliness standards are met and Accor Heartist values and compliance are upheld.
• Support financial goals by managing rosters, controlling labour costs and keeping accurate POS and cash-handling records.

Required profile

• Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory experience in the hospitality industry.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience leading a team of 20+ staff.
• LCQ Certificate or a current Managers Certificate.
• Tertiary qualification in Business or Hospitality preferred but not mandatory.

Required skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Publisher, PowerPoint).
• Understanding of hotel systems and revenue management principles.

What we offer

• Access to Accor Academy (Earn while you Learn).
• Discounted Food & Beverage and accommodation worldwide.
• Refer-a-friend bonus.
• Staff parking and meals during shifts.
• Paid birthday leave.
• Employee Assistance Program access.