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About State Sport Centres The Victorian State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT) operates and maintains over $1 billion in assets, including four of Australia's largest multi-sport venues: the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC), the State Netball and Hockey Centre (SNHC), Lakeside Stadium incorporating the State Athletics Centre, and Knox Regional Sports Park including the State Basketball Centre (SBC). Unlike other major international-standard venues that host sport and entertainment events, SSCT venues also provide access for users at all levels, from elite and professional athletes to school and community participants, seven days a week, up to 16 hours a day. Through the provision of access for all, SSCT makes a unique and significant contribution to Victoria's sport sector. Four Workplace Values underpin the work we do: Teamwork, Safety, Excellence and Respect. About the Role As the Food & Beverage Supervisor, you will play a key leadership role in delivering exceptional customer service while overseeing the day-to-day operation of SSCT's food and beverage outlets across our venues. Working closely with the Food & Beverage Manager, you will lead and support team members on shift, ensuring high standards of service, food safety and operational excellence are maintained at all times. Your primary responsibilities will include:
Leading and supervising food and beverage team members in a fast-paced environment. Delivering exceptional customer service to venue patrons and guests. Training, mentoring and supporting new and existing team members. Coordinating shift staffing and allocating resources to meet business requirements. Processing food and beverage transactions through POS systems and balancing receipts. Assisting with catering operations, including event preparation, delivery and pack-down. Ordering, receiving and monitoring stock levels across outlets. Ensuring food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards are consistently maintained. Supporting café and function operations, including preparation of food and beverages. Adhering to Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) requirements and venue policies. This role requires flexibility, including availability to work weekends and during major events.
Required Skills and Qualifications To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Demonstrated experience supervising and leading teams in a hospitality, catering or food and beverage environment. Strong customer service skills with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. Excellent communication, leadership and time management skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Experience with point-of-sale (POS) systems and cash handling.
Essential Qualifications
Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) Certificate. Current Working with Children Check. Current First Aid and CPR Certification. Food Safety Supervisor Certificate. Minimum two years' experience in a supervisory role within a similar environment.
Desirable
Barista qualification or demonstrated experience operating commercial coffee equipment and preparing quality coffee beverages.
Shortlisted candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings, including criminal record, social media, and adverse media checks. Why is this a great place to work? Our Patrons and Teams
You'll be surrounded by elite athletes daily and supporting a wide range of elite sports and world-class events, as well as community sport and recreation. You'll be challenged daily and can develop yourself as a person as well as gaining valuable career skills. You'll be part of a dynamic and supportive team of people who are great to work with.
Our Venues
Free parking. MSAC Gym and Performance Membership including family and friends' discounts. Discount at SSCT food & beverage and retail outlets. Complimentary court hire for casual bookings across SSCT venues.
Our Workplace
Training and professional development. Flexible working arrangements. Employee Assistance Program providing free confidential support for your mental health. Inclusive environment recognising our diverse workforce and community. Employee recognition through our Values in Action program.
Join us in our mission to help people be excited about sport, engage in healthy activity and feel inspired to be their best. How to Apply Please send through a resume and cover letter supporting your application for this exciting role with State Sport Centres. We will be reviewing applications and commencing interviews as they come in, so please don't delay in applying. For further information please contact Jake Hitchcock-Yoo, Talent Acquisition, on (03) 9926 1440. SSCT values diversity, is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people with disabilities. The State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have a zero tolerance for racism, child abuse, discrimination and inequality. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are visitors to our venues and facilities. Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check before commencing employment.
