Cafe Assistant/Front of House Wait Staff

J Ballantyne & Co Ltd; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hospitality company in Christchurch is seeking an experienced Front of House staff member to provide exceptional service and support day-to-day operations in a busy restaurant environment. Candidates should have a strong background in customer service and effective communication skills. The position is permanent with a minimum of 20 flexible hours per week and offers opportunities for additional hours.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience working Front of House in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• High Standard of Customer Service Skills.
• Strong Communication Skills.
• Duty Manager License/LCQ Qualification Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional Front of House service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Support day-to-day FOH operations to ensure smooth service.

Job description

Overview

Ballantynes is seeking a dynamic individual with extensive Front of House Hospitality experience to join our team. As a member of our FOH wait staff team, you will be providing exceptional service to our customers and assisting with day-to-day operations within the department.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional Front of House service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Support day-to-day FOH operations to ensure smooth service.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience working Front of House in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• High Standard of Customer Service Skills
• Strong Communication Skills
• Duty Manager License/LCQ Qualification Preferred

Additional Information

This is a permanent role with a minimum of 20 hours flexible across the week, including weekend day(s).

Extra hours are available to cover leave and peak trading periods.

Applications close 22nd October 2025. Applications are reviewed as and when received, and as such this advert may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Applicants must have current eligibility to work in New Zealand.