Assistant Restaurant Manager - Lunn Avenue

NNZ Restaurants Ltd; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Employee discounts

No overnight shifts

6-week onboarding

Team nights out

Wellness resources

Parental leave (8 weeks)

Referral bonus

Job summary

Nando's is seeking a dynamic Restaurant Leader in New Zealand to oversee daily operations, guide a lively team, and deliver the iconic guest experience. You will coach staff, set the shift pace, and energize service to ensure every moment is memorable.

Join a culture that values pride, passion, courage, integrity, and family, with strong onboarding, team events, and wellbeing support as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a fast-paced, guest-focused hospitality team.
• Ability to coach and develop staff for exceptional service.
• Proven leadership in a high-volume restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and run a welcoming restaurant.
• Lead and coach the crew to deliver the Nando’s guest experience.
• Set pace, tone, and energy for each shift.
• Energize atmosphere and ensure shifts run brilliantly.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

People management

Problem solving

Customer service

Tools

Liquor accreditation

First Aid

CPR

Manager accreditation

Job description

At Nando’s, it’s all about the people, with chicken on the side! Be yourself, lead a fun, diverse team, and turn every day into something extraordinary! There’s a knack for firing up your team, setting the vibe, and leading a shift full of positive energy and momentum. It’s about keeping the tables turning, grills sizzling, and guests smiling while thinking on your feet and ending every shift with high-fives and celebration.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the Charge: Oversee daily operations, run a beautiful and welcoming restaurant, and inspire a team of legends.
• Set the Vibe: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with your crew, setting the tone and driving the pace.
• Inspire Greatness: Coach your team to deliver the unforgettable Nando’s experience for both new and loyal Nando’s fans.
• Own the Flame: Energize the atmosphere and operations, ensuring every shift is brilliant and full of energy.

What’s in It for You

• Spice Up Your Pay: A juicy base salary & bonus that adds an extra kick of up to $6,000 annually.
• Free Nando’s: meals when you work + discounts for friends and family.
• Flexibility: Balanced rosters with set weekends off and no overnight shifts.
• Job Support: A 6-week onboarding program, regular Assistant Manager meetups, and ongoing support to help you set up for success and thrive.
• Growth Opportunities: Develop your skills and advance—step into expanding Restaurant Management roles or explore opportunities in Restaurant Support.
• Fun: Team nights out and legendary company gatherings.
• Wellness Support: Access to mental health, nutrition, fitness, and financial resources, plus 8 weeks paid parental leave.
• Earn $1000+ for successful salaried referrals!
• Purpose: Help make a difference through community support, sustainability, and social inclusion.

We’re looking for leaders who

• Love coaching and developing people.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment.
• Run the restaurant brilliantly with creativity, leadership, and a flair for problem-solving.
• Share our values: Pride, Passion, Courage, Integrity, and Family.

The Boring (but Important) Stuff

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia/New Zealand and be 18+ to manage/supervise a restaurant.
• You’ll work with all Nando’s ingredients and obtain/hold certifications like liquor accreditation, First Aid, CPR, and manager accreditation, as required by local legislation.

Our global purpose is Changing Lives, Together.

At its core, this means we want to change the world around us by making a real difference to people’s lives. This passion to make a difference starts with our Nandocas (how we say staff), because when they’re being their best, brilliant selves, epic things happen. Our purpose guides and inspires us as we grow, so you may find us out in our communities lending a hand, connecting with customers and taking every opportunity to be a force for good.