3 Food & Beverage Attendants are required for a very busy restaurant at the stunning Lake Tekapo.

 

About us:

We are a busy restaurant & bar in Lake Tekapo with stunning lake view. We open for everything from breakfast, coffee, lunch, snacks & drinks through to full dinner service & bespoke functions.

 

Key tasks and responsibilities of the role:

• Set up and arrange tables,

• Take orders and relay them to kitchen and bar staff,

• Serve food and beverages,

• Open bottles, pour beverages, and make coffees,

• Greet customers and present them with menus and beverage lists,

• Clear tables and return dishes and cutlery to kitchen

• Remove empty bottles and used glasses from tables, and refill and replace glasses,

• Take reservations, greet guests upon their arrival,

• Collect payments for sales and operate cash registers,

• Promote services and products,

• Restock drinks and coffee beans,

• May recommend wines to complement food,

• Report any maintenance issues to the correct people in a timely manner to maintain the state of the restaurant,

• Comply with health and safety regulations,

• Communicate customer feedback to managers and recommend new menu items

• Maintain the cleanliness and neatness of the premises,

• Help to ensure the staff work in the manner of a team & keep good relations between the Front of House & Back of House staff.

• Be respectful to all customers & staff members.

• Any other duties the employer may reasonably require.

 

We offer:

·       Competitive pay rate from $29.66-$30.70;

·       The minimum guaranteed hours of work will be 30 hours per week, and we ensure you have great life/work balance.

 

About you:

The successful candidate must have:

·       A NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification or at least one year of relevant experience as a bar attendant, barista or waiter/waitress if no qualification is available;

·       The ability to work till late in the evening;

·       Barista skill is an advantage (training is provided),

·       A ‘can do’ attitude, strong attention to details, and the mindset to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment,

·       Knowledge of beers, wines (especially local wines) and other alcohol drinks is preferable;

·       Knowledge of sanitation regulations;

·       Passion for providing exceptional customer service,

·       Punctuality, honesty, and sound organisation skills,

·       Professional appearance,

·       Excellent communication skills,

·       The ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.