Food & Beverage Attendant - Queenstown New Zealand

Job Description

At Rosewood Matakauri we believe in fostering a culture of learning and development, providing you with the resources to thrive in your career. This position will start in October/November 2026 and continue through the summer season until April 2027

About us: Spectacularly located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, Rosewood Matakauri offers luxury lodge accommodation in Queenstown and looks out to a mesmerizing panorama of the big three; The Remarkables, Cecil and Walter Peak. Just seven minutes from bustling Queenstown, this is an alpine, lakeside retreat, nestled in one of the world’s most strikingly beautiful landscapes. With clean lines in glass, stone and timber, Matakauri’s own take on luxury is understated and welcoming, embracing guests and championing the mountainscape.

What you will do: We are looking for Food & Beverage Attendants to join our fantastic team. You will work alongside one of the most professional Food & Beverage teams in the country and be exposed to a wide range of food styles from our daily changing menu. In addition you will -

• Manage and adapt to individual guest requests and preferences
• Ensure dining areas are prepared to our standards prior to each service
• Attend the daily Service briefings, to ensure you are knowledgeable about our changing menus
• Using our Point-of-Sale system, ensuring accurate transactions
• Working alongside the kitchen team and restaurant team to maintain a cohesive service
• Work different shifts covering breakfast and lunch or dinner services
• Make coffees, cocktails and serve other beverages (including wine)
• Provide an exceptional service through your knowledge and passion for delivering a memorable dining experience

What you will bring: In addition to your immaculate presentation, charming smile and positive attitude, you will be:

• Passionate about hospitality, demonstrated through your previous experience working in a Food and Beverage Attendant position in the hospitality industry
• A team player who is caring, flexible and respectful,
• Reliable, honest and engaged with excellent attention to detail,
• Committed to delivering an amazing service creating moments and experiences to which guests can hardly wait to return

What we offer: We offer competitive wages, delicious staff lunches and access to our Staff Perks Programme with a wide range of discounts and deals with our suppliers and partners. In addition, we endeavour whenever possible to provide staff with 2 days in a row off each week. Due our private and remote location, you will need to have your own reliable transport. You will also need a valid working holiday visa or New Zealand work rights to apply.

About Us

Spectacularly located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, Matakauri Lodge offers luxury lodge accommodation in Queenstown and looks out to a mesmerizing panorama of the big three; The Remarkables, Cecil and Walter Peak. Just seven minutes from bustling Queenstown, this is an alpine, lakeside retreat, nestled in one of the world’s most strikingly beautiful landscapes. With clean lines in glass, stone and timber, Matakauri’s own take on luxury is understated and welcoming, embracing guests and championing the mountainscape. Voted as one of the top three lodges in New Zealand and Australia, Matakauri is your ultimate sanctuary after a day spent atop mountains, exploring vast fjords, chasing thrills and simply discovering this unique region.