Dinner Host (Wine Jobs: Wine Retail & Sommelier)

Full Time

  Larnach Castle

  Portobello, Otago

Are you reliable, enthusiastic, and a natural leader? 

Larnach Castle is looking for a Dinner Host to lead the dinner service. This role will work closely with the Dinner Waitstaff and the Night Duty Manager. 

You will be responsible for ensuring guests feel welcomed and comfortable, to attend guest needs, and to oversee and assist with the smooth running of the dinner service.

The successful candidate will have:

  • The ability to deliver excellent customer service.
  • Exceptional leadership qualities – you will be required to train, organize, motivate, and inspire a small team of waitstaff, in conjunction with the night duty manager.
  • Hospitality experience and food and beverage knowledge.
  • The ability to think on your feet, and act efficiently and appropriately when a situation may arise.
  • Effective and strong communication skills.
  • Physically able to stand for long periods and carry stock up/downstairs.
  • Experience with staff management such as supervising, guiding, and motivating staff.

Average 25 hours per week. 5.30pm or 6pm to approximately 10pm. Weekends are essential.

All applicants must have their own transport, a full driver license, NZ working rights, and be able to work weekends, statutory days, and school holidays.

How To Apply

Please apply with your updated resume and cover letter.

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