Assistant Restaurant Manager

Job Description

Rosewood Matakauri is an alpine lakeside retreat nestled in one of the world's most serenely beautiful landscapes. Spectacularly situated on Lake Wakatipu and only seven minutes from Queenstown. We currently have a fantastic opportunity for the right person to join our team.

Reporting to the Restaurant Manager you will have an effective presence on the floor, ensuring that restaurant services are seamlessly delivered and to train our team to meet our world-class fine dining standards.  

About the role: 

Reporting to the Restaurant Manager you will be responsible for ensuring that all restaurant operations are run efficiently. Key responsibilities will be: 

• Assist in managing the daily operations and help deliver the best guest experience 

• Lead and mentor the Restaurant team alongside the Restaurant Manager and create help shape a collaborative culture

• Implement and maintain operational standards, ensuring efficiency delivery of the highest standards of service 

• Assisting in the management of the team when required, rosters, daily briefings, onboarding

• Liaise with the other departments in the hotel on a daily basis to ensure smooth operations 




 The successful candidate will have:

• A background in fine dining and wine service is essential 

• Previous senior level Food and Beverage experience in boutique lodges or 5 star properties      

• Strong beverage and wine knowledge 

• Ability to train a team of mixed skill levels

• Impeccable personal grooming

• Knowledge and experience with Hospitality Management systems 

• Strong and effective communication skills 

• Ability to work  accurately in a fast paced and dynamic environment

• Reliable, honest and engaged with excellent attention to detail

This is a key position at Rosewood Matakauri, the successful candidate will need to have strong customer centric approach and plenty of enthusiasm. The right applicant must be self motivated, a team player and able to work well in a high pressure environment.

Due to our beautiful remote location, you will need to have a reliable transport option and a valid working visa or work rights to apply. We are an accredited employer with Immigration New Zealand.

If you wish to apply for this role and have the attributes above, we'd love to hear from you.

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.