Food, Beverage and Banquet Coordinator

Based in Christchurch, New Zealand      

Full-time position

Te Pae Christchurch is a world-class convention centre, proudly managed by ASM Global, Asia Pacific’s leading venue management company and one of the world’s premier convention and exhibition management specialists. An exciting opportunity to be a part of Te

Pae Christchurch’s Culinary Services team is now available. We are looking to appoint a Banquet Manager responsible for delivering world-class food and beverage experiences.

In this dynamic role, you will lead a team of supervisors and floor staff within Te Pae Christchurch to provide exceptional service to our clients.

In return, we offer work in a positive and encouraging environment with opportunities for growth and development. Our team is committed to making a difference to the city of Christchurch and upholding our values of manaakitanga. 

Key Duties

 In conjunction with the Food and Beverage Service Manager, assist with the management and delivery of banqueting services at Te Pae Christchurch.

 Ensure planning, execution and delivery of food, beverages and service for events, across days, nights and weekends per business requirements, leading by example with a hands-on approach.

 Optimal rostering and workforce planning to ensure event wage costs are within required guidelines.

 Oversee timely readiness of culinary service event rooms and areas pre-event across Te Pae Christchurch.

 Scheduling and coordination of operational front of house staffing requirements relating to all banquets.

 Provide leadership and guidance to a multi-cultural world-class team.

 Provide a safe work environment for your team.

About  you

 Minimum two years’ recent experience in a similar role, managing multiple events and a large food and beverage team, with a focus on client and customer service.

 Management experience leading and inspiring operational teams to deliver results.

 Excellent planning, organisational, communication and presentation skills.

 A creative and progressive approach and passion for hospitality.

 Be able to self-motivate and motivate others.

 Ability to be both operational and strategically focused.

 Exceptional attention to detail.

 A current Duty Managers Licence.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. 

The successful applicant will be required to provide a criminal history check.

If you meet the above criteria and want to be part of this exciting opportunity with a world-class convention centre in the heart of Christchurch, we would love to hear from you.

Applications close at 5:00 pm Sunday August 6 2023

At Te Pae Christchurch, we are committed to creating a culturally safe and inclusive environment, which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.