Bar Manager

Amisfield; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

On-site parking

Healthcare cover

Staff discounts

Job summary

Amisfield in Central Otago, New Zealand, renowned for its Michelin-star ambitions, is seeking a Bar Manager to lead our beverage program and guide a high-performing front-of-house team. You will train staff, manage wine lists, and drive guest beverage experiences that reflect New Zealand’s wine story.

You will also focus on cost control, beverage education, and staff development while promoting a collaborative, hospitality-driven culture within a stunning, vineyard-side setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months hospitality and bar experience, preferably in a fine-dining, Michelin star or hatted restaurant environment.
• Bar management expertise with extensive knowledge of all beverage types, especially wine.
• In-depth knowledge of food, wine and beverage operations, styles, and service.
• WSET Level 2 or equivalent Sommelier qualification/experience.
• A current managers licence or meets the requirements to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the restaurant's beverage program.
• Maintain extensive knowledge of all beverages and wines currently sold at Amisfield while transferring that information to staff in a way they can understand and translate to their customers
• Responsible for all beverage training in a structured format and ensuring the FOH team have a clear understanding and how that applies to the guest's experience.
• Understand the general sequence of service and how that relates to beverage/wine service requirements
• Leading and managing staff your team to ensure the best possible beverage experience is provided to our customers.
• Ensure appropriate purchasing and cost control, accounting for variances and wastage.
• Oversee all stocktaking of beverage items and responsible for minimising variance.
• Maximise sales and revenue generation opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Wine knowledge

Bar management

Staff development

Communication

Education

WSET Level 2 or equivalent Sommelier qualification/experience

Job description

Join the newly awarded Michelin star team at Amisfield, an enchanting world where vineyard and restaurant unite in taste and terrior. Nestled amidst the breath-taking landscapes of Central Otago, New Zealand, Amisfield is not just a place - it's an experience. As pioneers in sustainable winemaking, our commitment to organic practices and preserving the land runs deep in every vine and dish we craft. Our focus is on embodying the flavours of Central Otago in an innovative and modern way.

Embark on an adventure of the senses with us as we uncork the spirit of Amisfield, one sip and bite at a time.

About the Role

Amisfield is currently interviewing for the position of Bar Manager to join our restaurant leadership team.

We are after a hospitality professional who is passionate about New Zealand beverage alongside NZ food and wine, and who has excellent bar experience, ideally including management experience.

Your business and people management skills will combine to ensure your success in helping to foster a collaborative, high performing work environment for our front of house team that helps to tell a New Zealand food & beverage story which is unsurpassed and a stunning representation of our country.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the restaurant's beverage program.
• Maintain extensive knowledge of all beverages and wines currently sold at Amisfield while transferring that information to staff in a way they can understand and translate to their customers
• Responsible for all beverage training in a structured format and ensuring the FOH team have a clear understanding and how that applies to the guest's experience.
• Understand the general sequence of service and how that relates to beverage/wine service requirements
• Leading and managing staff your team to ensure the best possible beverage experience is provided to our customers.
• Ensure appropriate purchasing and cost control, accounting for variances and wastage.
• Oversee all stocktaking of beverage items and responsible for minimising variance.
• Maximise sales and revenue generation opportunities.

About You

• Has minimum 12 months relevant hospitality and bar experience, preferably in a fine-dining, Michelin star or hatted restaurant environment.
• Bar management expertise with extensive knowledge of all beverage types, especially wine.

• In-depth knowledge of food, wine and beverage operations, styles, and service.
• Excellent leadership, communication, mentorship, and interpersonal skills to lead, develop and motivate our team.
• Refined organisational, prioritising, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities, especially when under pressure.
• Works in a collaborative and positive manner with a broad cross section of businesses and people.
• Passionate about and committed to the hospitality industry and delivering memorable guest experiences.
• WSET Level 2 or equivalent Sommelier qualification/experience.
• A current managers licence or meets the requirements to obtain one.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work within one of New Zealand's leading restaurant and wine businesses.
• A professional and supportive restaurant environment with a strong focus on quality and development.
• Successful candidates will be offered competitive remuneration, great working hours and the opportunity to progress in their career. The role is full-time permanent, with a minimum of 30 hours guaranteed per week, with flexibility to work rostered shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

And there's a barrel of additional benefits to working as part of this team - you won't be fighting the traffic, there's free parking on-site, healthcare cover, staff discounts on our products and services, wellbeing support, and free staff meals.

Position available from late September.

If you're ready to share your passion for wine and food and be part of an exceptional team at an incredible location - we'd love to hear from you.