Overlooking scenic Lake Tekapo, in the heart of New Zealand's central South Island, is Peppers Bluewater Resort. The resort is comprised of one, two, and three-bedroom suites and villas set amongst the purest natural landscape of the Mt Cook & Mackenzie region. Guests can enjoy stunning views from Rakinui Restaurant & Bar and experience the farm-to-table dining concept. Many a special event has taken place at Peppers Bluewater with the team creating bespoke weddings and conferences. On your days off, immerse yourself in the peaceful lifestyle by enjoying the abundance of relaxing activities Lake Tekapo has to offer such as horse-riding, hot pools, and stargazing.Purpose:As a Maître d', your role is all about ensuring the restaurant's front-of-house operations run smoothly and creating a welcoming atmosphere for our guests. You're not just a host; you're the face of the restaurant, responsible for providing excellent customer service and memorable dining experiences.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the team to ensure they offer a warm welcome and assist guests from their arrival to their departure.Train and mentor Food & Beverage attendants to ensure seamless and memorable service.Aid both internal and external guests in making dining reservations.Keep the cash flow smooth as silk with your expertise in the point of sale cashiering system, ensuring accuracy and a balanced till.When challenges arise, your ability to transform obstacles into opportunities shines. Your approach is a testament to your problem-solving abilities and unwavering positivity.Craft training plans and organise both on and off-the-job training sessions for our dynamic team.Monitor staffing, payroll, cost control, and profit optimisation with a steady hand.Keep a watchful eye on our stock levels and collaborate with the restaurant manager to conduct stocktakes, ensuring timely orders when our pantry runs low.Take extreme care with personal grooming in order to maintain a consistently high level of professional appearance.Skills and ExperienceProven track record in customer service within the hospitality sector.Proficiency in food & beverage protocols, encompassing table service, beverage expertise, event service, and coffee crafting skills (strongly valued).Adaptable within diverse food & beverage settings, with flexibility across different schedules including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.Possession of a valid RSA or an equivalent qualification for the specific Country / State / Territory.Passion for engaging with patrons and collaborating within a team of diverse professionals.Accor BenefitsALL Heartist Membership - Take advantage of discounts on accommodation and food & beverage worldwide!Family & Friends Discounts - Available on a range of accommodation, services, and events for those who mean the most to you.Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Loyalty Program - Earn status & reward points on your worldwide stays.Learn Your Way - Support your career development with access to Accor's industry-leading training platforms, Accor Academy and Typsy.Build Your Network - With more than 300,000 Accor professionals globally sharing the same guest passion, you have the ability to grow your hospitality network worldwide.Worldwide Opportunities - We are a world-leading hotel operator! With over 400 hotels in the Pacific and more than 5,000 across 110 countries, offering limitless opportunities to grow your career.At Accor, we welcome you as you are. We help you grow and learn, so that work brings purpose to your life. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write, and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Accor is an inclusive company, building diverse teams across the globe.Everyone has a story and we want to learn yours. We invite you to APPLY NOW.
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