Restaurant Manager

Access | Partners in Property; Christchurch; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A growing hospitality group in Christchurch is seeking a passionate Restaurant Manager to oversee operations, ensuring high service standards and managing kitchen and floor teams. This leadership position offers competitive pay, opportunities for professional growth, and an array of in-house benefits, along with a supportive ownership team dedicated to staff development.

Benefits

Free staff meal every shift

50% discount for you and your family/friends across the group

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Restaurant Manager or Senior DM/2IC required.
• Confident leadership and strong floor presence essential.
• Must manage a multicultural team.

Responsibilities

• Lead service from the floor and ensure consistently high guest experiences.
• Manage FOH & BOH teams, rosters, and section responsibilities.
• Drive team performance, conduct regular training, and lead structured reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Cost Control

Stock Management

Education

Current LCQ and DM Certificate

Job description

Pay : $32 - $35 + inhouse benefits Hourly

Open for lunch and dinner, this is a hands-on, full-scope leadership role where you'll own everything from service standards and staff development

Are you ready to take control of this groups BUZZing flagship venue?We're looking for an experienced and passionate Restaurant Manager / Venue Manager to lead the day-to-day operations across both Front of House and Back of House.

Open for lunch and dinner, this is a hands-on, full-scope leadership role where you’ll own everything from service standards and staff development to inventory and financial performance. You'll work closely with the owners and be empowered to make real change and drive results....BUZZing????

What You’ll Do:

• Lead service from the floor and ensure consistently high guest experiences
• Manage FOH & BOH teams, rosters, and section responsibilities
• Oversee inventory, stock levels, par ordering and supplier communication
• Drive team performance, conduct regular training, and lead structured reviews
• Maintain COGS and wage costs in line with targets
• Troubleshoot issues on shift and uphold all safety and compliance standards
• Report weekly to Directors and contribute to strategic direction

You’ll Bring:

• Previous experience as a Restaurant Manager or Senior DM/2IC
• Confident leadership and strong floor presence
• A calm, problem-solving mindset with high attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with both FOH and BOH teams
• A solid understanding of cost control, stock management and systems
• Current LCQ and DM Certificate (non negotiable)
• Ability to manager and communicate with a multi cultural team

Remuneration & Benefits:

• Hourly Rate: up to $35 depending on experience
• Bonus: Up to $10,000 annually based on performance and target achievement
• Free staff meal every shift
• 50% discount for you and your family/friends across the group
• Career progression into senior leadership (GM and multi-site roles) – internal promotions only

About The Employer :They a growing hospitality group with a strong track record of internal development and promoting from within. With multiple venues under their belt and more on the horizon, there’s real opportunity for ambitious leaders to grow with us. You’ll be supported directly by the ownership team and have a say in the future of the business.

Sponsorship is not available