Food & Beverage Supervisor

Compass Group Pty Limited; Nowra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Meals provided on duty

Uniforms provided

Employee discounts

Job summary

Compass Group Pty Limited in Nowra is seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Supervisor to lead our HMAS Albatross dining operations.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on delivering high service standards, coaching staff, and ensuring food safety and HACCP compliance in a Defence hospitality setting. The role offers a full-time position with career progression and on-site facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience leading hospitality teams in fast-paced settings.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, HACCP and hygiene.
• RSA certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to obtain Defence clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support front-of-house team during daily operations.
• Supervise dining facilities and hospitality functions.
• Coordinate meal services and events.
• Maintain food safety and HACCP standards.
• Coach and develop staff; assist rostering.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Customer service

Food safety & HACCP

RSA

Defence clearance

Job description

FOOD & BEVERAGE SUPERVISOR – FULL TIME – HMAS ALBATROSS (NOWRA)

Leadership Opportunity | Defence Hospitality | Career Growth

• Full-time Food & Beverage Supervisor role at HMAS Albatross
• Lead hospitality operations in a structured and supportive environment
• Develop and coach hospitality team members
• Career progression opportunities within Compass Group

ESS Defence provides food service and hospitality support to Defence sites across Australia. We deliver high-quality meals and service that support the wellbeing of Australian Defence Force personnel.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Food & Beverage Supervisor to join our team at HMAS Albatross, Nowra. This hands‑on leadership role is ideal for a hospitality professional who enjoys leading teams, delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining high operational standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and support front-of-house team members during daily operations
• Supervise food and beverage service across dining facilities and hospitality functions
• Coordinate meal services and special event requirements
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
• Ensure high standards of customer service and presentation
• Assist with staff training, coaching and development
• Support rostering and daily operational requirements
• Promote a positive and professional team culture

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in a Food & Beverage Supervisor, Team Leader or similar hospitality role
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and HACCP requirements
• Ability to organise workloads and manage competing priorities
• Professional presentation and positive attitude
• Current RSA or willingness to obtain
• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check and Defence clearance

BENEFITS

• Full-time stable leadership opportunity
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Career progression pathways within Compass Group
• On-site parking available
• Meals and uniforms provided while on duty
• Employee discounts, benefits and recognition programs
• Supportive and structured team environment

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks including a National Police Check and Defence clearance.

We are committed to a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact 1300TALENT or [e-mail].

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people of all backgrounds, ages, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. We also welcome applications from Veterans and Defence family members.