Wellington Hospitality Group Looking for Operations Manager – Black & Gold Events at Karori Full Time

An exciting position has become available at Black and Gold Events! We are on the hunt for our next Black & Gold Operations Manager!

We are looking for an extremely organised and dynamic hospitality professional who is committed to delivering the best functions and events to a wide range of clients. With 3 amazing venues offering 13 unique, private spaces you’ll be a master of logistics, host extraordinaire and inspiring team leader!

This role is permanent, full-time with flexible work hours to reflect the demands of the event calendar. This role is available for an immediate start.

Ideal applicants will boast the following skills:

• Liaise with and ensure constant communication with Function Sales Coordinator, Head Chef & Venue Manager in regards to all upcoming functions and run sheets
• Lead or ensure appropriate execution of all functions and events to the highest standard for all customers.
• Be on premise at key times for set up, execution and team briefings of all key functions and events
• Note and report on any till discrepancies to ensure accurate customer billing.
• Work with the Venue Manager to ensure correct rostering and key staff assignment
• Ensures all equipment is acquired, maintained and presented to the highest standard.
• Ensures all stock, linens and any other associated sundries are ordered, delivered and stored in a timely and organised fashion for all upcoming events
• Performs regular stocktaking of all stock and equipment and reports on any damages, replacements or losses.
• Ensure all of the venue’s function and event spaces are presented in a clean and presentable fashion at all times.

Kāpura is named after a Māori word for fire. We’re building a wildly ambitious hospitality business – developing the best people, the best systems, and the best processes to bring kick ass Kiwi hospitality to New Zealand, and beyond. We’re now over 800 people across more than 35 businesses, including bars, restaurants, gastro pubs, catering services, function spaces and hospitality training services. Our vision is to be the most loved, most visited and most profitable hospitality company in New Zealand. Our missions is to truly take care of our guests through positive hospitality (‘manaakitanga’).

Some benefits you will receive as part of the Kāpura whanau:

• 25% off all food and beverage at any Kāpura venue!
• EAP & Reiki services
• A clear career path and opportunities for progression
• Discounted gym memberships
• Competitive pay
• An employee of the month award – where every nominee receives a prize!
• Access to helpful resources provided by our Support Office to support you on your Kāpura journey

So if this role sounds like it has your name all over it, send us a bit about you and your background now to find out how you can join our team of function specialists!