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Posted 19 August, 2026

Catering Duty Manager

Auckland Council
Auckland, AUK, NZ Full Time
Reference: 946fb3743229aca5

Job Description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Permanent part time opportunity 20 hours per week, working on a shift-based roster Lead Front of House Food and Beverage operations at a wide range of exciting events in multiple venues Great company culture; be part of a collaborative and supportive team The key purpose of this permanent part-time role (20 hours per week) is responsibility for ensuring the timely and professional delivery of all aspects of catering for Auckland Live and Auckland Conventions, Venues & Events, including Leading the Front of House Food and Beverage operations with a focus on manaakitanga - customer service Contribute to developing the capability of staff through recruitment, mentoring, coaching and identifying training and development needs to improve performance Planning and delivering of catering at events, pack in/pack out and day to day operations. Deliver exceptional customer service, adhere to all current licensing and organisational Health and Safety policies. Work collaboratively with all departments and suppliers to deliver an efficient and safe operation throughout any Tātaki Auckland Unlimited venues and precincts. Be the main point of contact for everything catering related leading up to and during events You will have experience within the food and beverage, hospitality and/or event industry and have enthusiasm and a passion for delivering excellent customer service. You relate well to a wide range of people, ensuring a high standard of service is provided. 3+ years’ experience of working knowledge, at an operational/managerial level, in a conference centre, hotel or similar hospitality or service-related environment, including supervising staff. 2+ years’ experience in food and beverage service Understanding of NZ food safety and H&S legislation Work well under pressure in a fast past environment Hold a current full NZ driver’s licence A current General Manager's certificate is an advantage. Availability to work flexible hours (including evenings, early mornings, late finishes, weekends and public holidays) You will be joining a team of dedicated and respected experts working collaboratively to contribute to Auckland's growth and development. We are committed to diversity and have a culture built on trust and valuing individual and collective contributions. The role will work 20 hours per week on rostered shifts over 7 days which will include nights, weekends, and public holidays, dependent on the events we are holding The role is paid hourly with starting rate of $35.50 per hour. We offer a competitive salary, long service leave and learning and development opportunities. Work with a team of dedicated and respected experts who share a passion for making a difference Contribute to Auckland's growth and development by ensuring the right outcomes are achieved for the region As part of Auckland Council Group, you'll gain access to many benefits and discounts, including discounted financial services and insurance, entertainment, lifestyle discounts and more. This role is deemed safety sensitive, and in line with Auckland Council policy you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, a CCO of Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process. Tātaki Auckland Unlimited is part of the Auckland Council whānau, responsible for Auckland Live, Auckland Zoo, Auckland Conventions, Venues & Events, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, New Zealand Maritime Museum, Auckland Stadiums, and many of the festivals and events that make Auckland a great place to live and visit. Our people are driven by passion and a sense of service to Aucklanders. What we share is our love of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland and our passion about the work we each do to make it a dynamic and exciting place. Each part of Tātaki is important, but when we come together, we bind into something more powerful than the sum of our parts. We all work in partnership with each other and our delivery partners, to make Tāmaki Makaurau a vibrant place where everyone can thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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