Food and Beverage Supervisor

The Australian National University; Canberra; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and ongoing career develop

Excellent remuneration and benefits

Professional and collaborative work环境

Job summary

The Australian National University invites applications for the Food and Beverage Supervisor role at University House. You will oversee the Café & Bar and events, report to the Assistant Food and Beverage Manager, and ensure smooth operation of hospitality venues as they reopen.

The ideal candidate has strong communication and customer service skills, excellent time management, and experience with MICROS or similar POS software.

Qualifications

• High level communication and customer service skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Experience with MICROS or similar sales and catering software is advantageous.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Café & Bar and event operations on shift.
• Set up event spaces and liaise with clients.
• Coach and supervise food and beverage staff.
• Ensure outlets operate in a compliant, safe manner.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Tools

MICROS POS

Job description

Classification: ANU Officer 3 (Hospitality)
Salary package: $65,524 - $72,227 per annum, plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Continuing

Position Description and Selection Criteria, please visit the official ANU Jobs website to download the document:http://jobs.anu.edu.au/cw/en/job/562338?lApplicationSubSourceID=

Position Overview

University House offers commercial hotel and ANU graduate student accommodation, and 15 diverse events spaces and hospitality venues. University House is reopening in mid-2026, after 6.5 years closure due to the 2020 Canberra hailstorm, and a complete refurbishment to restore and upgrade its rooms and facilities. The reopening, in conjunction with the University's 80th anniversary, offers an exciting opportunity to re-establish and grow the reputation and business of University House, and its contributions to the University.

As the Food and Beverage supervisor you will be directly reporting to the Assistant Food and Beverage Manager. You will be responsible for overseeing the operations of the Café & Bar and Events when on shift, including; setting up event spaces, liaising with clients and coaching and supervising food and beverage staff. You will also be required to supervise food and beverage outlets.

The ideal candidates for this role will require a high level of communication and customer service skills; it is perfect for someone who is confident and uses initiative. Time management and organisation skills as well as high attention to detail are essential as this is a fast paced role with conflicting priorities. Previous experience with micros or other sales and catering software products would be advantageous.

If you are a motivated, energetic person who is flexible and enjoys providing high levels of customer service, then we would like to hear from you.

The applicant must possess a strong work ethic, positive attitude, a high attention to detail and effective communication skills while operating in a high pressure environment.

As a member of a busy department, you will have excellent communication skills, a commitment to continuous improvement, high attention to detail and strong understanding and application of HACCP and Workplace Health and Safety

Benefits include:

• Professional and collaborative work environment
• Mentoring and ongoing career development
• Excellent remuneration and benefits

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on [e-mail]

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.

CLOSING DATE: 3 September 2026, 11.55pm (Canberra time)