F&B Manager

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Millennium Hotels and Resorts – Queenstown, South Island Millennium Hotel Queenstown is a well-established, premium hotel in the heart of one of New Zealand’s most iconic destinations. Known for its stunning alpine setting, warm hospitality, and consistent service excellence, the hotel offers guests a memorable dining experience across its restaurant, bar, and in-room dining operations. We are seeking a hands-on, driven Food & Beverage Manager to lead our front-of-house operations across all food and beverage outlets, ensuring every guest enjoys a seamless and high-quality experience - from breakfast through to evening dining, bar service, and events. As our Food & Beverage Manager, you will oversee the full operation of the hotel’s restaurant, bar, and associated dining services, including: Leading a busy breakfast and daytime service, while ensuring a seamless transition into refined evening dining and bar operations Managing multiple outlets and service styles, including restaurant dining, bar service, in-room dining, and functions/events Working closely with hotel leadership and Kitchen team to deliver consistent quality, efficient service, and exceptional guest satisfaction Contributing to menu development, including food and beverage offerings, wine lists, cocktails, pricing, and seasonal updates Overseeing stock control, ordering, cost management, and ensuring performance aligns with budget expectations Managing conferences, functions, and private events to a premium standard Coaching, mentoring, and leading the front-of-house team to achieve high performance and strong service delivery Ensuring all Health & Safety, licensing, and compliance standards are met and maintained This is a hands-on leadership role - you will be highly visible on the floor, supporting your team through busy service periods, guest interactions, and special events. We are looking for a hospitality leader who brings professionalism, energy, and a strong guest focus. You will have: Proven experience managing restaurant, bar, or multi-outlet hotel F&B operations Strong background in premium food & beverage environments, ideally within hotels or high-volume venues Sound knowledge of bar operations, wine service, and delivering elevated guest experiences Experience in menu development, pricing strategies, and stock management systems A hands-on, lead-from-the-front leadership style Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with guests and team members The ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment Passion for developing teams and delivering service excellence High personal presentation and professional standards Why join us? Be part of a respected hotel brand in a world-renowned tourism destination Lead a diverse and dynamic F&B operation with strong growth potential Work within a supportive leadership team that values quality, people, and innovation Access career development opportunities within a global hotel group Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Queenstown This is a full-time position, offering a competitive salary aligned with experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr