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Wait Staff & Bartender

Hospitality · Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand · Full-Time · $85,000/yr

Venue: a gastropub preparing to open in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. Openings: three Bartenders for the launch team.

The owners want experienced bar professionals with proven hands-on skills and a strong focus on the customer. You should be able to show genuine time behind a bar, a good understanding of drinks service and the confidence to play your part when a hospitality floor moves fast.

Consistent service, practical know-how and your track record will carry real weight. Read the immigration points in the requirements closely, as they differ for applicants overseas and those already in New Zealand.

Key Responsibilities

  • Make cocktails to the venue's recipes and standards, and prepare and present a full range of drinks with and without alcohol
  • Pour wine, beer and spirits backed by sound product knowledge
  • Look after customers with warm, professional service, speaking with confidence and responding to what they need
  • Run the POS system, process transactions accurately, help with cash handling and complete end-of-shift procedures
  • Keep an eye on drink supplies and tidy stock levels, helping with ordering, inventory control and stock rotation
  • Keep the bar and every service area spotless, and handle opening and closing tasks as required
  • Apply responsible alcohol service procedures and the relevant New Zealand regulations, working well with colleagues when service is busy

Requirements & Eligibility

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant bartending experience at a professional level
  • Demonstrated practical skill in beverage service and making cocktails, with a working knowledge of wine, beer and spirits
  • Able to supply evidence of relevant employment experience where required
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Confident and reliable in a busy hospitality setting, with a professional approach
  • Available for public holidays, weekends and evenings
  • Applicants must satisfy the New Zealand immigration requirements that apply
  • Sponsorship available for eligible overseas applicants, subject to immigration requirements and job check approval
  • Applicants already in New Zealand may be considered for a Job Change or Variation of Conditions where applicable
  • Where an English test is required, applicants must meet current Immigration New Zealand requirements or an accepted exemption

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