Policy Analyst: Revenue Policy & Trade Strategy

Nz Customs; Wellington; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Bombay House 39 in Upper Hutt is seeking a confident Restaurant Manager to oversee our restaurant and bar operations, lead the team and help maintain a high standard of service and business performance. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a minimum of 32 guaranteed hours per week.

This is a full-time, permanent role with a minimum of 32 guaranteed hours per week. You will recruit, train and supervise staff, plan rosters, manage budgets and inventory, handle reservations, assist with

Qualifications

• Level 4 or higher certificate in Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Business Management, or equivalent.
• A bachelor’s degree in any field, or equivalent work experience in hospitality.
• At least 2 years’ relevant work experience in restaurant/hospitality industry.
• Current Manager’s Certificate, supported by Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ) preferred.
• Strong leadership and staff management skills.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of the restaurant and bar.
• Recruit, train, supervise and support staff, including preparing weekly rosters and coordinating shifts.
• Plan and manage budgets, costs and business targets.
• Monitor stock levels, order food and beverages, manage inventory and liaise with suppliers.
• Assist with menu planning and development.
• Manage reservations and oversee the overall customer dining experience.
• Handle customer enquiries, feedback and complaints professionally.
• Oversee cash handling, POS procedures, daily takings, and opening and closing procedures.
• Support marketing initiatives, promotions and opportunities to grow the business.
• Report to the business owners on staffing, costs, sales and overall restaurant performance.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Customer service

Budgeting

Staff training

Communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Education

Level 4 Hospitality certificate or higher

Bachelor's degree (any field)

LCQ Manager's Certificate preferred

Job description

Seeking a confident Restaurant Manager to oversee restaurant and bar operations

About Us

Bombay House 39 is a family-owned restaurant in Upper Hutt offering a wide variety of North Indian, South Indian, Bombay Indo-Chinese and Malaysian cuisine.

We are looking for a confident Restaurant Manager to oversee our restaurant and bar operations, lead our team, and help maintain a high standard of service and business performance. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a minimum of 32 guaranteed hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the restaurant and bar


• Recruit, train, supervise and support staff, including preparing weekly rosters and coordinating shifts


• Plan and manage budgets, costs and business targets


• Monitor stock levels, order food and beverages, manage inventory and liaise with suppliers


• Assist with menu planning and development


• Manage reservations and oversee the overall customer dining experience


• Handle customer enquiries, feedback and complaints professionally


• Oversee cash handling, POS procedures, daily takings, and opening and closing procedures


• Support marketing initiatives, promotions and opportunities to grow the business


• Report to the business owners on staffing, costs, sales and overall restaurant performance

About you

We are looking for a hands‑on Restaurant Manager who thrives in a busy hospitality environment, leads by example and brings a positive and professional approach to the team.

You’ll also have:

• A Level 4 or higher certificate in Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Business Management, or


• A bachelor’s degree in any field, or


• At least 2 years’ relevant work experience in the restaurant / hospitality industry.


• A current Manager’s Certificate, supported by a Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ) is preferred


• Strong leadership and staff management skills


• Good communication and customer service skills


• Good organisational and time-management skills


• The ability to work effectively and stay organised in a busy restaurant environment


• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required

What We Offer

You’ll join a supportive, family-operated restaurant with a hands‑on team environment and the opportunity to play an important role in the continued success of the business.

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