Team Leader - Food & Beverage, Queenstown
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RealNZ

Team Leader - Food & Beverage

  • Posted 3w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time, Fixed Term Contract

Queenstown

Job Description

Love hospitality, great people, and working somewhere truly unique?


We're on the lookout for a passionate Food & Beverage Team Leader to join our team at Walter Peak High Country Farm, one of New Zealand's most iconic visitor experiences. With stunning lake and mountain views as your office, you'll lead by example to deliver exceptional guest experiences while supporting our Food & Beverage team in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.


What's involved?


As our Food & Beverage Team Leader, you'll:


  • Lead and support the Walter Peak Food & Beverage team
  • Deliver outstanding customer service and memorable guest experiences
  • Oversee food and beverage service operations
  • Assist with training, coaching, and motivating team members
  • Support retail and sales activities
  • Ensure food safety, presentation, and operational standards are maintained
  • Pitch in wherever needed to keep the operation running smoothly


What we're looking for


  • Previous Food & Beverage leadership or supervisory experience
  • Strong customer service and hosting skills
  • Bar and barista experience
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • A positive, hands-on attitude and willingness to lead from the front
  • A current LCQ and Duty Manager Certificate
  • The ability to work weekends and flexible rostered shifts
  • Current residence in the Queenstown area or the ability to relocate immediately


What's in it for you?


  • Work in one of New Zealand's most spectacular locations
  • Be part of a supportive and passionate team
  • Subsidised staff accommodation available at Walter Peak
  • Staff benefits, development opportunities, and the chance to grow your career with RealNZ


If you're a natural leader who thrives in hospitality and loves creating memorable experiences for guests, we'd love to hear from you.


Real people, real places, real experiences. Welcome to Real.


When's the best time to join the Real whānau? Now's good.


We're the conservation business that's enabled by tourism. We're helping the world, one guest at a time, fall in love with conservation. We're inspiring people to leave the places they visit in better condition than when they found them. Every day, we create unforgettable experiences in some of Aotearoa's most spectacular places.


Working for RealNZ is anything but ordinary. From secluded islands and breathtaking fiords to snow-capped mountains and historic steamships, our people work in places unlike anywhere else. It's what makes every day exciting.


At RealNZ, we're committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Guided by our values of Pono (Keep it real) and He waka eke noa (We're all in this together), we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives that make our team stronger. Everyone is welcome here.


How to apply


Click Apply to be taken to our careers page.


Please note we'll be reviewing applications as they come in, so if we find the right person, we may close applications early.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Food Safety
  • Barista Skills
  • Customer Service
  • Food & Beverage Service
  • Training & Coaching

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Organisational Skills
  • Positive Attitude

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🤱 Extended Parental Leave
  • 🏘 Work from Home
  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • ⚧ Gender Transition Support
  • ⚖ Work-Life Balance Support
  • 🧠 Mental Health Workshops
  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 🏥 Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🛂 Visa Sponsorship
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 📣 Referral Bonuses
  • 💻 Company Supplied Technology
  • 🚶 Ease Back to Work
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
  • 🍇 Fruit Box
  • 🚲 Workride
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  • 🐾 Dog Friendly
  • 🏃 Women Leadership
  • ⛓ Ethical Sourcing
  • ♻ Recycle

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