Front of House Assistant Manager

KiwiQuest Ltd.; Kaikōura; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

KiwiQuest Ltd. is seeking an Assistant Manager to help run a seaside restaurant and bar, blending front-of-house service with daily operations support.

This role offers a dynamic environment near the coast with opportunities to lead a small team and ensure smooth service during peak periods. The ideal candidate brings hospitality experience, a positive, flexible attitude, and exceptional English communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or similar role.
• Positive and flexible attitude.
• Exceptional English communication.
• New Zealand residency or valid New Zealand work visa.
• Availability over holidays, New Year and the summer season.

Responsibilities

• Help manage day-to-day restaurant and bar operations.
• Provide front-of-house service for lunch and dinner.
• Work a mix of daytime, nighttime and weekend shifts.
• Support a flexible range of duties.

Skills

Hospitality experience

English communication

Flexible attitude

Job description

Hospitality & Food Service $25.0 - 30.0/h 2 days ago

Work Style

Physical 5/10

Technical 3/10

Creative 3/10

Pace 8/10

Structure 6/10

Pressure 7/10

Travel 1/10

Hours 8/10

Description

The assistant manager helps run a seaside restaurant and bar, combining front-of-house service with day-to-day operational support.

Responsibilities

• Help manage day-to-day restaurant and bar operations
• Provide front-of-house service for lunch and dinner
• Work a mix of daytime, nighttime and weekend shifts
• Support a flexible range of duties

Requirements

• Experience in hospitality or a similar role
• Positive and flexible attitude
• Exceptional English communication
• New Zealand residency or valid New Zealand work visa
• Availability over holidays, New Year and the summer season