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Coral Expeditions is Australia’s pioneering cruise line, specialising in a unique style of immersive adventures by small expedition ship. With humble beginnings hosting cruises on the Great Barrier Reef, the company has grown into a borderless fleet of three ships carrying between 72 and 120 guests. For four decades, Coral Expeditions has operated with a single purpose – to take small groups of likeminded explorers to remote places with expert guidance and warm Australian hospitality. In 2023, we have returned to international sailings including New Zealand, Japan, Papua New Guinea, and Islands of Indonesia.
Our Role
As the Hospitality Operations Executive, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and enhancing the hotel, food, and beverage operations across our entire cruise line. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to ensure consistent delivery of exceptional dining experiences onboard all our ships. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a passion for elevating guest satisfaction through innovative culinary offerings and service excellence. This position is based in our head office in Cairns.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Strategic planning and development;
- Operational oversight;
- Menu development and culinary innovation
- Training and development;
- Financial management and budgeting.
What we can offer you
- Join a friendly, professional, supportive team environment.
- Career growth in a progressive and expanding Australian company wo lead the way in expedition travel.
- The opportunity to work and travel to amazing destinations with inspiring products.
What we are looking for
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in food and beverage management.
- Hospitality management, Culinary Arts, Business Administration, preferred formal culinary qualification.
- Strong leadership, strategic planning, and project management skills.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- In-depth knowledge of food and beverage operations.
- Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and performance metrics.
- Flexibility to travel on voyages or to ships ports when operationally required.
This position is open to candidates based in Australia who hold Australian residency due to the nature of our business, with substantial Australian work experience.
As we screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications and experience meet our needs, we will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue in the recruitment process. We wish you every success!
