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Food & Beverage Manager

General Information

Country/Region
New Zealand
Province/City
Northland
Location
Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
Department
Food & Beverage - Services
Job Type
Full-time Permanent

Job Description

Food & Beverage Manager

About Us:

Rosewood Hotels is globally renowned for its strong, modern, and differentiated brands, a focus on design and innovation, and a commitment to a very bespoke and personal approach to hospitality.

Rosewood Kauri Cliffs is located on the spectacular untouched coastline of Northland, with its panoramic views across the Pacific Ocean, nearby islands and stunning private beaches from the luxury coastal resort. High cliffs and rolling farmland are complemented by the award-winning manicured greens of the championship golf course, promising an unforgettable experience in one of the world's most breathtaking destinations.

About the role:

We are looking for an exceptional leader and experienced F&B Manager to take Rosewood Kauri Cliffs dining to the next level. 

This is a dynamic role in which you will oversee operations, manage rosters, while actively participating in shifts and ensuring seamless operations. You will bring strategic and creative thinking which will be instrumental in driving revenue. 

Effective team training, coaching, and building relationships are essential to the success of this role. You will be an integral part of the hotel management team and will work closely with our Director of Culinary, Front Office, Guest Relations and Proshop teams.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Inspirational leadership skills.
  • A background in fine dining and wine service is essential.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role and management experience is essential.
  • Exceptional communication skills.
  • Strong beverage and wine knowledge.
  • Ability to train a team of mixed skill levels, and to manage interpersonal differences.
  • Impeccable personal grooming.
  • Knowledge and experience with Hospitality Management systems.
  • Proficient in understanding and interpreting financial documents.
  • Adaptable to guest and business needs.
  • Ability to handle complaints and resolve issues.
  • Ability to work accurately in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
  • LCQ certification and a Managers’ certificate are highly desirable.
  • Reliable, honest and engaged with excellent attention to detail.

Core to the success of the individual in this role is that their personal values are aligned with those of  Rosewood Hotels: Ownership, Passionate, Transparent, Innovative and Collaborative. 

What we offer:

At Rosewood Kauri Cliffs we believe in fostering a culture of learning and development, providing you with the resources to thrive in your career

We offer a competitive salary, delicious staff lunches and access to our Staff Perks Programme with a wide range of discounts and deals with our suppliers and partners.  

Due to our beautiful remote location, you will need to have your own reliable transport, and a valid working visa or work rights to apply.

If you wish to apply for this role and have the attributes above, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

Welcome to The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs, a luxury lodge in the Bay of Islands where you can discover the beauty of panoramic views across the untouched coastline and deep blue ocean.

Sophisticated and elegant, The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs glows in morning light as the sun rises to reveal panoramic views across the Pacific. Resting on an unspoilt coastline where high cliffs nestle into three pristine private beaches, Kauri Cliffs is experiential travel at its best.

Named the number one resort in Australia and New Zealand by Travel + Leisure, Kauri Cliffs is a leisure travellers dream. Activities abound with the David Harman-designed golf course, immersive local heritage tours, bountiful fishing, and bush walks, mountain biking, quad biking and spa sanctuary hidden within native forest.