About the Business

Choofas Smokehouse & Seafood is a long established family owned restaurant located in Coolangatta on the Gold Coast with a unique relaxed vibe.

We offer a combination of Fresh and Cooked Seafood, locally sourced where possible, American Style Meats, Australian Angus and Wagyu Steaks, Ribs, Chicken, Burgers and Salads.

Our fully stocked bar offers a range of Australian wines, tap beers, along with an extensive range of Rums, Bourbons, Whiskeys and Cocktails.

About the Role of Shift Supervisor

The role requires an experienced professional Shift Supervisor who understands that the priority of our business is to ensure our guests experience the highest possible standard of food and beverage service in a relaxed welcoming space.

Working in a fast paced restaurant, managing our FOH and Bar teams you will be demonstrating your extensive skills and knowledge of food and beverage table service.

This is a hands on role which includes taking orders, running food and drinks, clearing and resetting tables.

The position is casual working up to 30 - 35 hours per week involving nights, weekends and public holidays.

Core Responsibilities

- Front Reception: Managing our reception desk, including reservations, greeting, seating and serving customers.

- Staff Management: Leading our FOH and Bar teams, training new hires whilst monitoring team members performance and assisting them to improve their skills.





- Operational Leadership: Supervise shifts with pre-shift huddles, coordinate floor and kitchen flow, cash and till management, open and close the venue.

- Problem Solving: Handle guest or service issues in a calm respectful, qualified manner.

- Customer Service: Ensure all FOH and Bar staff provide the best possible customer service at all times.

- FOH Rosters: Help build staff rosters.

- Quality & Safety Control: Ensure all company procedures and processes, as well as food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety rules are adhered to at all times.

- Inventory & Ordering: Monitor stock levels, receive deliveries and manage supplier items.

Key Requirements & Experience:

- 2 to 3 years experience working in a busy restaurant including table service is essential.

- Bar and POS experience is also essential.

- Proven experience in a similar role providing excellent customer service.

- The ability to stay calm under pressure, direct a team and communicate clearly.

- Excellent personal presentation and communication skills.

- The ability to learn a large menu with consistent changes in a short amount of time.

- Immediate start preferred.

Compliance Knowledge: Understanding of local food safety laws, hygiene standards, and point-of-sale (POS) systems

Current QLD RSA essential

📌 FOH Shift Supervisor (Coolangatta)
🏢 CHOOFAS SMOKEHOUSE & SEAFOOD
📍 Coolangatta