Cocktail Bartender – Dinner-Only (Tue-Sat) $25-$30/hr

Sage Restaurant; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dinner service Tue-Sat

Great staff benefits

Close over Christmas

Job summary

Sage Restaurant in Hamilton East is seeking a hands-on Bartender to join our team and help deliver high hospitality standards. You will lead by example behind the bar, assist in drink curation, and support the front-of-house team during peak service.

We welcome 2+ years of bar experience, LCQ is a plus, and a passion for wine, cocktails and quality guest service. Earn $25-$30 per hour, 25–30 hours a week, Tue-Sat, with Christmas/New Year and Easter closures.

Qualifications

• 2+ years bar experience preferred; LCQ is a plus.
• Excellent knowledge of bar, wine and cocktails.
• Ability to work in a busy restaurant environment.
• Organized, reliable and guest-focused.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the bar and beverage operation.
• Assist in drink curation and menu development.
• Support the FOH team during service and maintain high standards.
• Provide warm, knowledgeable and attentive guest service.

Skills

Bar experience

LCQ an advantage

Wine & cocktails knowledge

Calm under pressure

Job description

Sage Restaurant in Hamilton East is seeking a hands-on Bartender to join our team and help deliver high hospitality standards. You will lead by example behind the bar, assist in drink curation, and support the front-of-house team during peak service.

We welcome 2+ years of bar experience, LCQ is a plus, and a passion for wine, cocktails and quality guest service. Earn $25-$30 per hour, 25–30 hours a week, Tue-Sat, with Christmas/New Year and Easter closures.