Description
Summary:
Seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead a modern Asian-inspired venue in Christchurch, balancing daily operations, team leadership, and guest satisfaction.
Highlights:
1. Lead daily operations and manage a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment
2. Drive performance, improve systems, and ensure exceptional guest experiences
3. Opportunity for career growth into multi-site GM roles
* Career growth + Tips + Parking contribution
* 50% discount at 10 venues + Free staff meals on shift + inclusive team culture
* Dynamic, fast-paced environment + Performance-based annual bonus
About the Role:
We're looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead the team at a busy, modern Asian-inspired venue in the heart of Christchurch. The restaurant has a lively, stylish atmosphere, think bold flavours, crafted cocktails, and service that's both relaxed and polished.
This is a hands on role where you'll lead by example, balancing daily operations with team leadership, cost control, and system improvement. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys creating structure while keeping the vibe upbeat, this could be your next move.
What you'll be doing:
* Leading the day-to-day operations, setting the tone, managing the team, and keeping service sharp.
* Building strong communication between front and back of house.
* Owning COGS, wage control, and budgets (and knowing how to use those numbers to improve).
* Handling HR responsibilities like onboarding, performance chats, and creating a great team culture.
* Reviewing and improving systems so things run smoother, faster, and smarter.
* Making sure every guest walks out happy, and comes back for more.
What we're looking for:
* 3+ years' experience in a restaurant leadership role.
* Confidence managing both people and performance, you know how to motivate a team and handle challenges head-on.
* Solid understanding of costs, rosters, and reporting.
* A natural communicator, someone who connects easily with both guests and staff.
* Calm under pressure, hands-on in service, and proactive in problem-solving.
* Bilingual skills are a plus.
What's in it for you:
* $38-$40 per hour (depending on experience) + tips + performance-based bonus (up to $10k per year)
* Free staff meals on shift
* 50% staff discount across 10 venues
* Annual parking contribution
* Visa support available after 3 months (for the right candidate)
* Growth opportunities into multi-site GM roles as they expand
If you're ready to step into a role where your leadership actually makes an impact, and have a good time doing it, we'd love to chat.
Apply now and let's talk.