Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

Role summary

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The Assistant Food & Beverage Manager supports the daily operation of the hotel’s restaurants, bar, banquet services and room service. Requirements typically include hospitality management experience, strong food and beverage knowledge, sound communication skills, and the ability to lead and motivate a diverse team. Candidates are expected to maintain high service standards, support rostering and training, monitor costs and stock, handle guest feedback, and work closely with kitchen and front-office teams. Flexibility is important, as the role involves early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays. Experience with hotel operating systems, point-of-sale procedures, health and safety standards, and liquor-service regulations is advantageous.

About the employer

Novotel Auckland Airport is a full-service hotel located beside Auckland International Airport, serving airline passengers, business travellers, holidaymakers and local guests. It operates under Accor, a global hospitality group with a broad portfolio of hotel, resort and lifestyle brands. The hotel provides accommodation, dining, meeting and event services, with a strong focus on convenience, professional service and efficient operations. Working for Novotel can offer exposure to an international hotel environment, structured training, employee benefits and opportunities to progress within Accor’s worldwide network. The Assistant Food & Beverage Manager contributes to the performance of the hotel’s dining outlets and service teams, helping deliver consistent guest experiences while supporting commercial results, compliance and team development.

Working in New Zealand

New Zealand offers hospitality opportunities in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown, Rotorua and tourist regions, especially in hotels, restaurants, resorts and events. The culture is friendly, informal and multicultural, with strong respect for work-life balance, fairness and workplace safety. Auckland provides the largest urban job market and international connections, although housing and transport costs can be high. The country offers an outdoor lifestyle, including beaches, hiking, skiing and water activities. Most overseas workers need an appropriate visa, such as an Accredited Employer Work Visa, Working Holiday Visa or residence pathway; requirements depend on nationality, age, qualifications and the employer’s accreditation. Applicants should check Immigration New Zealand for current rules. Relocating normally requires a job offer, visa approval, tax number, bank account and suitable accommodation. Public transport is practical in major cities, while a car is useful in regional areas.