Food & Beverage Supervisor - Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Group; Punakaiki; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Scenic Hotel Punakiki is seeking a hands-on leader for the Food & Beverage team. You will oversee daily operations, provide guidance to Attendants, greet guests, take orders, and ensure smooth coordination with kitchen and bar staff.

The role includes managing payments, maintaining service standards, and rostered scheduling within a fixed-term seasonal contract from December 2026 to April 2027. Prior F&B leadership experience and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant Food & Beverage experience.
• 1 year experience in a similar role.
• Good communication to work with the team and guests.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations in the Food & Beverage department.
• Provide supervision and training to Attendants.
• Greet guests, take orders, and coordinate with kitchen and bar staff.
• Prioritise restaurant cleanliness.
• Handle payments and operate the POS system.

Skills

Food & Beverage experience

Communication skills

Team supervision

Tools

POS system

Job description

Looking for a role that involves leadership and customer service?

You'll oversee daily operations, provide guidance to team members, and maintain department procedures. Additionally, you'll greet and serve guests, manage orders, handle payments, and even recommend wine pairings. If this blend of responsibilities excites you, we invite you to explore this ideal role with us.

Location: Punakaiki, West Coast

Hotel: Scenic Hotel Punakiki

Employment Type: Fixed Term, Waged. Monday to Sunday rostered.

Seasonal Contract: December 2026 - April 2027

Minimum Guaranteed Hours Available: 30 hours per week

Your Role: What You'll Do and Your Responsibilities:

• Managing daily operations and task allocation in the Food & Beverage department.
• Providing supervision and training to Attendants.
• Greeting guests, taking orders, and coordinating with kitchen and bar staff.
• Prioritising restaurant cleanliness.
• Handling payments and operating our POS system.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• 2-3 Years of relevant Food & Beverage experience
• 1 Year experience in a similar role
• Good communication to work with the team and guests

Why Choose Scenic Hotel Group?

We're New Zealand's biggest locally owned hotel group, with 18 properties all over the country.

We Do IT: Now, Right, Together, and Sustainably

Now: We act fast “Now” for exceptional guest experiences

Right: We get it “Right” from the start, with ongoing training to elevate our service quality.

Together: We grow “Together” in a team that boosts our work and guest experiences.

Sustainably: We're fully committed to “Sustainability” driving a positive impact for our planet.