Restaurant Manager - TAUPO
(Sommelier and Chef Jobs:
Hotels)
Full Time
Baillie Lodges
Taupo Central,
Bay of Plenty/Waikato
RESTAURANT MANAGER - HUKA LODGE - TAUPO
Long regarded as one of the world’s most revered and inspirational luxury accommodations, Huka Lodge is set among established gardens along the banks of the surging Waikato River near Lake Taupō on New Zealand’s North Island.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a Restaurant Manager to join our Southern Ocean Lodge team.
Dining at Huka Lodge - guests' gather to make each other’s acquaintance, share stories of their day and enjoy the superb cuisine.
Our Restaurant Manager will navigate our guests' journey through this ritual through carefully chosen exceptional wines to compliment guests' dining experience.
The Role
- You will bring your knowledge of New Zealand wine to life by recommending and sharing with our guests the stories of our products from the open cellar bar. Reporting to the Lodge Manager, you will be encouraged to have input into menu design and wine pairings.
- You will be a natural leader, with an engaging and infectious manner.
- You will nurture the team and provide a fun and energetic environment in which they can thrive alongside you.
- You will be responsible for the delivery of a relaxed yet stylish dining experience for our guests, team training and development and payroll management.
- You will have a passion for food and wine with real joy and interest in the local offer
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in restaurant management, ideally in the luxury segment
- A passion for all things food & beverage, and love serving high-quality produce in a relaxed yet professional work environment
- Sound knowledge of New Zealand wines
- Strong payroll management skills and financial acumen
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of guests and team members
The Benefits:
- Accommodation may be available
- Extensive departmental training and the ability to cross-train in other areas of the lodge
- Team and family accommodation discounts across all Baillie Lodges properties
- Family culture and new friendships await – regular social outings, BBQ’s and group activities
Huka Lodge is part of Baillie Lodges. With 10 lodges over four countries and across three continents, we offer an unsurpassed career path limited only by your imagination - and your passport.
Baillie Lodges is an Australia-based collection of award-winning luxury lodges, each a leader in personal and sustainable travel. Our unique destinations include Capella Lodge on Lord Howe Island, Longitude 131° at Australia's spiritual heart, Uluru-Kata Tjuta, Silky Oaks Lodge in the Daintree Rainforest, The Louisein the Barossa Valley wine region, New Zealand's iconic Huka Lodge and Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge on Vancouver Island, Canada. The trio of Tierra Hotels in Chile including Atacama, Patagonia and Chiloe joined the collection in 2022.
