Restaurant Manager – Bar & Dining Operations Lead

Hydrogen Group; Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

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

You will recruit, train and supervise staff, manage budgets and inventory, coordinate menus, reservations and customer experience, and report on performance to the owners. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ relevant work experience in restaurant/hospitality.
• Current Manager’s Certificate with LCQ preferred.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Strong leadership and staff management skills.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of the restaurant and bar.
• Recruit, train, supervise and schedule staff.
• Plan and manage budgets, costs and targets.
• Monitor stock levels and liaise with suppliers.
• Assist with menu planning and development.
• Manage reservations and customer dining experience.
• Handle enquiries, feedback and complaints professionally.
• Oversee cash handling, POS procedures, daily takings, and opening/closing procedures.
• Support marketing initiatives and promotions.
• Report to owners on staffing, costs and sales.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Time management

Flexibility

Education

Level 4 or higher certificate in Hospitality/Management

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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

You will recruit, train and supervise staff, manage budgets and inventory, coordinate menus, reservations and customer experience, and report on performance to the owners. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required.