Restaurant Manager

One of Canterbury's most popular country watering holes is on the hunt for a Restaurant Manager. They regularly have live music, concerts and host events such as weddings and conferences, and are proud to be a weekend family destination with its huge beer garden and playground; even well-behaved four-legged family members are welcome. It's not unusual to serve between 700 - 800 meals between 11am - 4pm on weekends, making it a hugely popular venue.

After 3 years in the role, the current Restaurant Manager has decided to move on, which has opened the door for someone new to step in and take the reins. Reporting to the Directors, you will work closely with the Functions Manager and Bar Manager to ensure the smooth running of the food and beverage operations. Responsibilities will include:

Managing daily operations of the restaurant whilst maintaining standardsLeading and motivating a team of up to 8 permanent and up to 25 casual staffRecruiting and training new staff and managing the performance of existing staffHandling customer feedback through various channels including in person, over the phone/email and via social media platformsManaging stock levels and supplier relationshipsEnsuring compliance with H & S, liquor licensing and food control plans
On offer is:
An hourly rate of up to $34 per hour (dependent on skills and experience)A solid 45 hours a week50% off all food & a free drink at the end of your shift
This is a juicy role and as such we are looking for someone with solid experience, a bubbly personality, and a customer-focused mindset. To be successful you will also need the following:
Proven experience in a leadership role in a high volume venue (minimum 3 years)Availability to work Wednesday to Sunday with evenings includedA valid Managers CertificateFull Drivers Licence as you may be required to drive the courtesy vanYour own reliable transport - role is in Tai TapuNZ Residency or Citizenship - no sponsorship available Please note due to the high volume of applications only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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