Kitchen & Bar Hand: Fast-Paced, Team-Driven Service

The Royal Oak Hotel; Tapu; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Oak Hotel in Tapu, New Zealand, is seeking a Kitchen Hand & Bar Tender for a seasonal period from mid-October 2026 to the end of March 2027. You will support chefs, prep ingredients, keep the kitchen clean, and assist at the bar with drinks and customer service.

Ideal candidates are reliable, team‑oriented and eager to learn both kitchen and beverage service. The role offers hands-on experience in a vibrant hospitality environment with a focus on guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Basic food handling and preparation know-how are preferred.
• Experience in customer service and bar work is useful.
• Reliability, punctuality and the ability to work under pressure are important.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs with basic food preparation: washing, peeling, chopping and portioning ingredients.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, dishwashing, hygiene and waste management.
• Follow food safety standards at all times.
• Support stock management: stocking fridges, unpacking deliveries and rotating stock.
• Prepare and serve drinks at the bar: cocktails, beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Engage with customers in a friendly, professional manner and answer queries.
• Handle cash and operate the POS system accurately.
• Restock bar supplies and keep the bar area neat and presentable.
• Assist with opening/closing procedures for kitchen and bar.
• Work with the team to deliver outstanding service.

Skills

Basic food handling

Bar service

Customer service

Cash handling

Team player

Tools

POS system

Job description

The Royal Oak Hotel in Tapu, New Zealand, is seeking a Kitchen Hand & Bar Tender for a seasonal period from mid-October 2026 to the end of March 2027. You will support chefs, prep ingredients, keep the kitchen clean, and assist at the bar with drinks and customer service.

Ideal candidates are reliable, team‑oriented and eager to learn both kitchen and beverage service. The role offers hands-on experience in a vibrant hospitality environment with a focus on guest satisfaction.