Wait Staff & Bartender

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

Three experienced Bartenders are needed for the opening team of a new gastropub in New Zealand's Bay of Plenty. The business wants proven practical skills and a strong focus on customers.

You should be able to show real bar experience, understand beverage service and contribute with confidence in a fast-moving hospitality environment. Your experience, practical knowledge and ability to deliver consistent service will be key.

Read the immigration requirements carefully, and remember that a genuine employer will never ask you to pay for a job offer.

Key Responsibilities

Follow responsible alcohol service procedures and comply with relevant New Zealand regulations
Prepare and present a variety of drinks with and without alcohol, including cocktails made to venue recipes and standards
Serve beer, wine and spirits with the right product knowledge
Deliver professional, welcoming customer service
Speak to customers with confidence and meet their service needs
Handle transactions accurately using POS systems
Check beverage supplies and keep stock levels organised
Help with ordering, inventory control and stock rotation
Carry out opening and closing duties as required, keeping the bar and service areas very clean
Assist in handling cash and wrapping up end-of-shift tasks
Cooperate effectively with colleagues in busy periods

Requirements & Eligibility

Applicants must satisfy the applicable New Zealand immigration requirements; sponsorship is available for eligible overseas applicants, subject to job check approval and immigration requirements
Minimum 2 years of professional bartending experience that is relevant to the role
Demonstrated hands-on cocktail preparation and beverage service
Practical knowledge of spirits, wine and beer
Where required, can back up relevant work history with evidence
Strong communication and customer service skills, reliable and professional, and confident working in a busy hospitality environment
Available for evenings, weekends and public holidays
If you are already in New Zealand, a Job Change or Variation of Conditions may be considered where applicable
Where an English test is required, applicants must meet current Immigration New Zealand requirements or an accepted exemption

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