Food and Beverage Team Leader

A Wellington hotel is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Food and Beverage Team Leader to take charge of daily operations and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong customer service skills in food and beverage, who’s ready to take the next step into leadership.

As a Team Leader, you'll ensure our service meets high standards, support operational efficiency, and help create memorable moments for every guest.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced hospitality environment and is passionate about leading and developing others.

Key Responsibilities: • Lead the daily operations of the restaurant and bar, ensuring friendly, professional, and efficient service always. • Provide guests with a welcoming environment that exceeds their expectations. • Build rapport with regular and VIP guests, anticipating and fulfilling their needs. • Ensure Table, Pool and service areas are kept clean, presentable, and well-stocked always. • Liaise with the kitchen team to maintain timely and smooth food service delivery. • Ensure accurate end-of-shift revenue reporting and completion of cash/charge summaries. • Set up systems to protect and maintain control of restaurant and bar equipment, correctly recording breakages and carry our regular stock takes. • Maintain high hygiene standards through weekly cleaning schedules and daily checks. • Train, support, and mentor team members to uphold service standards. • Follow all hotel procedures for accurate billing and guest charging. • Ensure compliance with liquor licensing regulations and internal policies. • Assist the Supervisor and/or Manager with the supervision of the Food and Beverage team’s performance whilst on shift, in accordance with relevant brand and service standards, policies and procedures.

Why Join Us? • Be part of a supportive, passionate, and professional team in a well-recognized international hotel brand. • Opportunities for ongoing training and career development. • Work in a positive environment

•Experience in a food & beverage leadership role OR strong F&B customer service experience ready for progression. •Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. •Proven ability to manage time, people, and priorities effectively during a busy service. •Must be available to work early mornings (from 6 AM), late evenings, weekends, and public holidays. •A strong sense of initiative, attention to detail, and passion for hospitality. •Must pass MOJ/Drug Test