Hospitality jobs in New Zealand.

Cooking to order · Baking and prepping · Ordering supplies

2+ yrs2+ years commercial kitchen or cafe experience; exceptional cooking and baking skills; food hygiene practices; strong communication and organisational skills; empathy for older adults; level 4 qualification preferred.

Preparing food and drinks · Providing barista services · Assisting with catering

Previous hospitality or cafe experience, superb barista skills, warm personality, excellent customer service and communication, ability to multitask and work independently or in a team.

Leading kitchen operations · Managing kitchen team · Developing menus

Proven experience as Sous Chef or Head Chef in a high-calibre restaurant or hotel; strong Mediterranean cuisine experience; ability to run multiple outlets; leadership, labour management, rostering, and food cost control; flexible rotating roster including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Leading kitchen operations · Managing food functions · Developing culinary staff

Prior experience opening independent food and beverage outlets; full working rights for New Zealand; passion for local ingredients; desire to develop and mentor local talent.

Leading food and beverage teams · Developing budgets · Ensuring customer service

5+ yrsMinimum 5 years leading food and beverage teams; full working rights for New Zealand; prior experience opening venues strongly preferred.

Preparing dishes · Cooking food · Maintaining cleanliness

1+ yrAt least one year's kitchen or hospitality experience and a cookery or food safety qualification such as NCEA Level 3 or equivalent.

Managing kitchen section · Preparing dishes · Training junior staff

2+ yrsAt least two years' experience in a similar position and an NCEA Level 4 qualification in cookery; ability to run a section, manage timing and quality, and work as part of a team.

Serving meals · Washing dishes · Sanitizing equipment

Food service experience desirable; food hygiene certificate desirable; effective communication; physically fit to lift 10kg, stand/walk for shifts, squat/kneel; understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and ability to engage with Māori.

Preparing smoothies · Serving customers · Supporting team

Positive attitude, teamwork, flexible availability including weekends, ability to work approximately 15 hours per week during summer season.

Serving meals · Cleaning equipment · Maintaining hygiene

Food service experience desirable; food hygiene certificate desirable; effective communication; physically fit to lift 10kg, stand/walk, squat/kneel; understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and ability to engage with Māori.

Leading kitchen team · Preparing food · Managing stock

2+ yrsAt least two years of relevant work experience as Chef de Partie or higher, or a relevant diploma plus one year experience; shift work including early/late shifts, weekends and public holidays; physical ability to stand/walk and lift up to 20kg.

Serving guests · Enhancing dining experiences · Maintaining service standards

Passionate, positive, and customer-focused individual with strong attention to detail and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Serving guests · Creating experiences · Working in fast-paced environment

Positive mindset, genuine love for people, attention to detail, ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and a sunny disposition.

Serving guests · Driving sales · Maintaining venue

Customer service, hospitality or retail experience; availability for nights and weekends; valid RSA and WWCC or willingness to obtain; passion for fun and guest engagement.

Preparing smoothies · Serving customers · Collaborating with team

Positive attitude, teamwork, flexible availability including weekends, ability to work 15 hours per week during summer season.

Serving guests · Taking orders · Maintaining service areas

Previous food and beverage service experience, exceptional customer service, strong communication, positive attitude, flexibility to work shifts including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, and legal working rights in New Zealand.

Supporting bakery manager · Leading bakery team · Producing bakery products

Previous bakery or supermarket experience required; leadership experience preferred; strong communication, organization, and food safety knowledge; reliable with early starts.

Preparing meals · Cooking food · Ordering supplies

Experienced cook with food preparation and safety skills; ability to cater to dietary and allergy requirements; NZ residency or valid work visa; police vetting required; full-time Monday to Friday.

Leading team · Managing operations · Controlling stock

3+ yrsProven hospitality leadership experience, strong people leadership, customer service, stock management, budgeting, administration, Microsoft Office, accounting/purchasing systems, barista skills, LCQ and GM Certificate preferred, NZQA hospitality qualification or 3+ years experience, availability for rotating 7-day roster.

Taking orders · Serving food and beverages · Building guest connections

5+ yrsMinimum five years' hospitality experience, strong food and wine knowledge, ability to deliver polished professional service, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Leading front of house · Training staff · Managing operations

3+ yrs3+ years hospitality management experience, current Manager's Certificate, leadership and mentorship skills, high-end venue experience preferred.

Preparing nutritious meals · Managing kitchen hygiene · Supporting centre routines

Passion for cooking, warm and approachable, excellent organizational skills, confident menu planning, proactive food safety mindset, and right to work in New Zealand.

Preparing smoothies · Serving customers · Maintaining store

Positive attitude, teamwork, flexible availability including weekends, ability to work 10-15 hours per week during summer season.

Preparing smoothies · Serving customers · Maintaining store

Eligibility to work in New Zealand, availability during the week for 10-20 hours per week, positive attitude, strong communication skills, and passion for customer service.

Managing shifts · Training staff · Ensuring guest satisfaction

Operations experience in retail or hospitality, previous supervisory experience leading shifts, computer skills, time management, negotiation, coaching, and customer service knowledge.

Preparing dishes · Organizing shifts · Supporting team

3+ yrsRequires NZQF Diploma in Cookery or 3+ years relevant experience, busy kitchen experience, planning and organizing skills, flexibility for rostered shifts including weekends and public holidays, and familiarity with sanitation regulations.

Managing bar operations · Training team members · Developing beverage menus

1+ yrCurrent Manager's License and 1+ years' hospitality management experience, particularly on the bar; knowledge of beverages; ability to manage training, stock, wage costs, budgeting, and menu development.

Washing dishes · Preparing food · Cleaning kitchen

No experience required; on-the-job training provided. Must be reliable, a team player, and able to follow instructions. Must have right to work in New Zealand.

Welcoming guests · Recommending dishes · Upselling experiences

Proven customer service in hospitality, food and beverage protocols, valid RSA or equivalent, flexibility for weekends and public holidays, and passion for guest engagement.

Greeting customers · Preparing food · Cleaning stations

Minimum NCEA Level 1 or working towards it; previous customer service experience favored but not essential; ability to work under pressure, communicate effectively, and follow written procedures.