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Food & Beverage Supervisor
Novotel New Plymouth
New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand
Full Time
$30.35-30.96 per hour
Applications close:
We’re seeking a lively and charismatic leader with a strong background in hospitality and
Food & Beverage service. This is a hands-on, guest-facing role where you’ll be a visible and
engaged presence on the floor, helping oversee smooth day-to-day operations while
supporting and inspiring our dedicated team.
You’ll help manage service delivery across:
- Haukai Bistro & Bar
- Room Service
- Meetings & Events (up to 200 delegates)
Overview
As part of the F&B leadership team, you’ll also:
- Support the Food & Beverage Manager in running the department effectively
- Assist in maintaining and improving F&B procedures and service standards
- Drive team performance through training, development, and day-to-day coaching
- Monitor profitability and contribute to strategies for service excellence
- Be available during key service times — from early breakfast to close
- Step up as the senior contact when the F&B Manager is away
Requirements
- Minimum 12 months’ experience in a similar supervisory or team leader role — hotel experience preferred
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire, guide, and hold a team accountable
- High levels of emotional intelligence and self-awareness, with a calm, professional approachunder pressure
- Confident in handling conflict resolution and coaching team members through challenging situations
- Genuine passion for guest service and creating memorable experiences
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - with guests and within the team
- Ability to multitask, prioritise, and remain composed in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in a range of dining service styles including buffet, à la carte, and events
- Skilled in managing rosters, timesheets, team performance, and on-the-floor coaching
- Familiarity with POS systems such as Micros (or similar)
- Solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and industry regulations
What we can offer you
- Uniform provided and laundered
- Cooked staff meal while on shift
- Accor Accommodation & Food and Beverage discounts
- Paid birthday and wellness day leave
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid Parental Leave

Who we are
New Plymouth’s leading hotel, The Novotel New Plymouth is a 4.5 star hotel offering 85 stylishly appointed modern rooms and apartments. Enjoy a meal or refreshment at Haukai Bistro & Bar with its large street facing windows open from 6am till 9pm seven days a week. Novotel New Plymouth Taranaki counts among the best New Plymouth hotels for business and leisure travellers alike.
Email Mariska Botha - bsm@novotelnewplymouth.co.nz