SUNDAYS Restaurant Manager

SUNDAYS is a warm and welcoming neighbourhood eatery & drink(ery) set inside a beautifully restored 1933 church in Country Lane, Frankton. We serve Italian-inspired food (we ❤️ pizza), handcrafted cocktails, and genuine hospitality. We’re known for our community vibe, our “simple done well” approach, and a team culture that’s grounded in collaboration, kai-zen (continuous improvement), and having a damn good time doing what we do.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Restaurant Manager – a natural leader who thrives under pressure, loves systems, and is passionate about creating unforgettable guest experiences. You’ll play a pivotal role in leading our front-of-house, driving engagement, performance, and growth across the team. This us a full-time position, with a minimum of 30 and maximum of 40 hours per week. 

As our Restaurant Manager, you’ll lead from the front to ensure SUNDAYS’ vision for memorable hospitality comes to life every day:

• Lead and inspire the FOH team to deliver an exceptional guest experience

• Manage daily operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service

• Deliver strong financial performance through best-practice rostering, wage and cost control

• Manage bookings, functions, and events

• Champion and implement systems to drive efficiency and accountability

• Collaborate closely with the General Manager, Head Chef and Bar Manager to achieve financial and operational targets

• Support training, onboarding, and performance development for all FOH team members

Your qualities & competencies:

• Passionate about creating a positive, high-performing culture

• Strong communication and collaboration skills across all levels of the business

• Commercially savvy, with experience managing wages and financial reporting

• A passion for building community – with guests, team, and local suppliers

• Obsessed with great systems and structure

• Current Duty Manager’s Certificate

• Have at least 2 years of relevant work experience or a relevant NZQF Level 4 qualification

What we offer:

• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and career progression

• Monthly profit share bonus when targets are achieved

• Staff meals, great coffee, and generous dining discounts across 10x of Queenstown’s best restaurants and bars

• Discounted NZSki industry pass rates each season

• Autonomy, trust, and support from a collaborative leadership team

• A balanced roster – no late nights or crack-of-dawn starts

• The opportunity to make a real impact in a venue that’s fast becoming one of Queenstown’s favourite neighbourhood spots

At SUNDAYS, we believe that exceptional hospitality starts with great leadership – and we’re looking for someone who can lead with integrity, empower their team, and deliver consistency every single day.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and lead a high-performing team in one of Queenstown’s most welcoming neighbourhood restaurants, we’d love to meet you.