Food And Beverage Supervisor, Patina At Alumni Court

Description:

• Patina at Alumni Court

• Full-time fixed-term position for up to two years

• Starting Base salary will be $63,008.27 + 17% Superannuation

• Based at our picturesque St Lucia Campus

We are seeking a motivated, organised, reliable, Food and Beverage Supervisor to coordinate and deliver exceptional hospitality services within Patina at Alumni Court Restaurant. A new high-end restaurant bar and events caterer in the heart of The UQ St Lucia Campus. We are specifically seeking staff with experience in supervising other hospitality staff, including Restaurant, Banquets and Barista staff.

Patina at Alumni Court will be a modern and contemporary restaurant offering relaxed dining with an emphasis on paddock to plate philosophy, Patina will offer a unique shared dining experience overlooking the Alumni Gardens. Facilities will also include a private dining room and the kitchen will cater to events both on and offsite.

Staff are required to fulfil 38 hours per week over a seven day roster including some weekends, evenings and public holidays.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supervise and lead service in the restaurant and event catering.

• Handle guest complaints, manage the electronic diary, and liaise with kitchen and event teams.

• Maintain equipment, ensure security, and oversee POS system updates.

• Train and motivate food and beverage attendants to uphold high service standards.

• Manage staffing within budgeted wage costs.

• Train staff on menu knowledge and dietary requirements.

• Manage stock ordering, organise storage, and assist with monthly stocktakes.

• Reconcile daily takings, prepare reports, and support account finalisation.

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• UQ Study for Staff

• On campus childcare options

• Affordable parking (from just $5.75 a day)

• Salary packaging options

• At least 2 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume fine dining establishment.

• Demonstrated experience in events and off-site catering as well as coffee experience

• Current Queensland Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification.

• Strong knowledge of food, wine, and premium dining operations.

• Proven ability to program and manage POS systems effectively.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills.

• Demonstrated experience in maintaining high standards under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• Commitment to workplace health and safety practices and service excellence.

• Professional presentation, customer-focused approach, and well-developed interpersonal skills.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Food and Beverage Manager, Mr Arturo Flores at a.flores@patinarestaurant.com.au
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Resume

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Sunday 11th May 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-47155).

Please note applications will be reviewed as received. Candidates may be interviewed prior to the job closing date. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. The University of Queensland reserves the right to close this application process early.