Add expected salary to your profile for insights.Looking for a new challenge in a high profile role where you can make a difference?Recognised brand - thriving environmentVIP Customers/ClientsAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join our successful and growing company in an environment where you will take responsibility and be accountable but also enjoy the support of your team members.We are looking for a dynamic leader with a broad experience in private and corporate catering. You will lead the Functions team who are the central hub of our extensive function catering operation, reporting to the Head of Events and Functions.About the RoleYour key focus is to project manage and lead Montana Food and Events functions, grow our business revenue and maintain key relationships. This includes liaising with our clients and ensuring our functions team meet customer requirements and catering instructions, in a professional and timely manner.You will be based at Montana Group Head Office – Claudelands Events Centre, Hamilton. The position is a full-time salaried role. Your hours of work will normally be forty hours per week, Monday to Friday inclusive. However, in order to perform the requirements of the role effectively, some flexibility is required.About YouIf you are right for this role, you have:Experience and knowledge of catering and function management including dealing with key partners, PCOs, clients and venuesA proven track record in leadership: coaching and teaching skills with individuals, and teamsExperience in sales and growing revenueThe ability to proactively solve problems and work independently and/or in teams, effectively and efficiently with limited supervisionA proven ability to manage budgets, utilise financial modelling and reporting(software) platforms, and meet financial goalsThe ability to effectively communicate, collaborate and interact with all levels and functions within the organizationExcellent project management and organisational skills. You get things done to deadline and you ensure others do tooStrong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skillsStrong attention to detailA sense of humour and great inter-personal skills.About UsWe are the largest privately owned catering company in New Zealand. Our 700 people together make a difference to our customers, colleagues, and our environment. We are growing the talent in the Waikato kitchen and are confident of our future.Montana Food and Events was where Montana's journey began. We provide food for 25,000 rugby sevens fans, 15,000 Chief supporters, 2000 pax conference day delegate and dinners, 1000 pax gala dinners, food, and beverage retail at Field days, concerts and events, right down to bespoke private dining experiences for 10.We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer and we believe in our people and employ the best catering chefs in the Waikato– those who seek to be part of a high-performing, high output kitchen.Take a look at our website www.montanagroup.co.nz to see the full breath of our business.To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?How many years' experience do you have as a Functions Manager?Are you available to work public holidays?
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