Restaurants & Bars Supervisor

The Opportunity

At InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef, every day begins with ocean views and the spirit of true hospitality. Live, work, and thrive on one of the iconic 74 Whitsunday Islands, where a rewarding career meets an extraordinary island lifestyle—delivering and inspiring incredible experiences for our guests and colleagues alike. 

Be the difference behind an Exceptional Guest Experience.  As a Supervisor, you’ll be a key part of the team, leading from the front and helping create the exceptional experiences that make a stay at InterContinental Hayman truly memorable.

Working closely with the Venue Manager, you’ll take ownership of each shift, inspiring your team to deliver warm, personalized and seamless service while keeping the operation running smoothly. You’ll be the go-to person for your colleagues, supporting them to perform at their best and stepping in with confidence when challenges arise.

From coordinating with departments across the hotel to anticipating guest needs and ensuring every detail is delivered to our high standards, you’ll play an important role in bringing the InterContinental Hayman experience to life.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Be a warm welcome that ensures a memorable guest experience, leading through example./
• Acknowledge IHG Rewards Club members and returning guests, in person or on the phone 
• Be a trusted contact for all guests and team members, help them with anything from bill issues to local knowledge, and complaint handling (advising and escalating to management when necessary)
• Support venue managers in the leading of a small team opening, during and closing service.
• Work with management in hitting your departmental financial targets 
• Must hold a QLD RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol)
• Experience in a Supervisory role is a must.
• Able to take the lead with all guests, helping them with anything from bill issues to local knowledge, and complaint handling.
• Able to adhere to policies for guidelines on presentation, grooming and punctuality as well as upholding those standards within a team. 
• Experience in developing and maintaining cohesive working relationships within immediate team, and wider hotel team 
• Willing and able to work a flexible roster 

Base rate $31.39 + penalties + loading

See Yourself in Our Team

To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

Live the Island Life 

• Join a vibrant and diverse team, making lifelong friendships, and become part of an unforgettable island community. 

• We make island living convenient and affordable with subsidized staff accommodation and meals. We also offer dedicated staff facilities - pool, beach, gym, bar, diner, laundry, and more. 

• Enjoy swimming, snorkeling, hiking, kayaking, and exploring the Whitsundays after your shift or on your days off.

• Your commute ends in paradise, with beautiful beaches and breathtaking ocean views just moments away. 

• Grow your career with opportunities for career growth, training, and professional development. 

• Enjoy exclusive employee, friends, and family discount rates across our InterContinental Hotels & Resorts properties worldwide. 

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we believe great hospitality starts with great people. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, religions, genders, gender identities and sexual orientations. We pride ourselves on a diverse and family friendly environment, and welcome applicants with primary school aged children as our island offers a State Primary School. 

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, we're here to support you.

Ready to Work in Paradise

• Please visit our Careers Page for all details regarding living and working on Hayman Island at: https://haymanisland.intercontinental.com/careers/ or click the ‘Apply Now’ button.

• We also invite you to learn more by following our social channels:

  • Facebook via @ICHIRcareers and Instagram via @ihg_australia_careers

Applications close on 07 December 2026. We will be reviewing and contacting candidates throughout the advertising period. The application may close earlier if the position is filled.