Ventia is seeking Food & Beverage Team Leaders to join our hospitality and catering team in Darwin, NT. This is an exciting leadership opportunity, offering you the chance to manage a diverse team and contribute to the success of Defence Base Services.
As the Food & Beverage Team Leader, you will play a crucial role in ensuring exceptional service delivery while supporting our dedicated team of attendants. You'll have the chance to help in leading operations across busy breakfast, lunch, and dinner services, as well as vibrant functions during peak periods.
What’s on offer ?
- An attractive hourly rate of $33.70
- An exciting opportunity to manage a dynamic team in a supportive work environment that fosters growth and career development.
- A rotating 7-day roster that includes weekend shifts and the opportunity to work during peak periods.
- Unique opportunity to support Australia’s Defence Community
- Ventia have been awarded a 6-year Base Services Transformation contract with opportunity for further extension.
- Ventia is recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice by the Australian Government’s Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
- Access to a variety of health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance and our employee assistance program.
- Access to Ventia’s: amazing discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia, including major retail brands
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and motivate a team of Food & Beverage Attendants, ensuring high standards of customer service and performance.
- Oversee day-to-day operations, including the service of meals, beverages, and functions for Defence personnel.
- Meet and greet Defence personnel, ensuring a welcoming and professional atmosphere.
- Handle cash and EFTPOS transactions, ensuring accuracy and professionalism.
- Ensure the kitchen and dining areas are clean, hygienic, and well-organised at all times.
- Support inventory control for all kitchen supplies and equipment.
- Provide training and support to team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
Skills & Experience You Bring:
- Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role within the hospitality industry.
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills – you inspire your team to go above and beyond.
- Previous hospitality and catering experience (preferred, but not essential).
- Basic computer skills and experience with online rostering systems.
- A driver’s license and own transport
Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance. As a result of this requirement the applicant must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to undertake and maintain a satisfactory Australian Federal Police Check
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to apply
If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.
Position Reference Number:166175
