We are looking for an enthusiastic & driven venue manager to lead the new Mediterranean inspired venue Mezze Za Za. Located in Melbourne’s Terminal 4 domestic food court, Mezze Za Za specialises in char-grilled souvlaki meats using Mediterranean spices and blends to cover a variety of mouth-watering food across breakfast, lunch and dinner.

You will be responsible for bringing Mezze Za Za to life for the first time by delivering an exceptional quality food offering and leading the team by example. Our customers will be experiencing Mezze Za Za in Melbourne for the first time, so you will need to be an organised & passionate chef/manager, with a ‘customer obsessed’ focus that drives sales and builds a regular client base. You will support the team by leading the way to ensure quality standards are always met. You will be trained on all programs, policies and procedures withn our business.

We’re looking for people who are passionate about creating memorable moments through one-of-a-kind dining experiences. If this sounds like you, then you should apply now!*

Flexibility across all shift times are highly regarded! Must be available weekdays & weekends for a minimum of 5 shifts a week.

ARE CULTURE

We pride ourselves on our GRIT culture = Growth, Respect, Innovation & Teamwork.

We create exceptional dining experiences for all our customers and are constantly looking for new ways to deliver on food & beverage solutions that excite and delight our customers. We create teams where diversity and inclusion are in everything we do and we empower everyone to learn, grow and perform to their best.

BENEFITS

• Flexible hours offering a positive work-life balance.
• Staff airport parking provided (which works out to $5 per day).
• Discounted meals across our 12 venues
• Ongoing training and coaching to support you in growing into your next role with us.
• $300 bonus for any family or friend referrals (when they start work with us and stay with us for a minimum of 6 months)
• Safe working environment

ABOUT US

Founded in 1971, Airport Retail Enterprises (ARE) is an Australian owned, food & beverage company that specialises in creating amazing customer dining experiences within airports. With over 50 years of expertise, we're passionate about providing people with what they want, when they want, across a range of exclusive services and venues.

Our Melbourne Airport business operates some of Australian hospitality most well-renowned brands, including MoVida, Biggie Smalls by Shane Delia, Middle Ground, ST. ALi, Urban Provodore, Hungry Jack's, GO! Convenience, Flat Chat & many more.

Airport Retail Enterprises is continuing to grow, with our venues, cafes and restaurants expanding in new locations across our Melbourne Airport, we are looking for amazing talent to join our team.

*Important Note: All successful applicants will be required to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) which requires a background and criminal history check from the country of origin. All employment offers are conditional on being able to hold and maintain an ASIC

• Proven experience in similar chef/supervisor
• Previous experience within a fast-paced food & beverage retailer is ideal – experience within a Mediterranean/Kebab/Souvlaki environment is highly regarded 
• Experience providing a high level of customer service
• Experience in cash handling and POS operation to process orders
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Able to delegate and motivate team members
• A high level of communication with the ability to give on-the-spot feedback
• Great multi-tasking skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment