Duty Managers & Seasonal Bar + Kitchen Staff - Christchurch
The Bower Smoke House is a friendly, community-focused venue in North New Brighton. We are open 6 days a week , Tuesday to Sunday. We pride ourselves on great service, tasty food, cold drinks, and a good bit of friendly banter. Our small, close-knit team is flexible, fun, and always welcoming new faces – both customers and staff alike.
We’re on the lookout for:
Two Duty Managers (one full-time, one part-time)
Seasonal Bar & Kitchen Staff (October – March)
What we’re looking for:
Duty Managers
Current LCQ & Duty Manager’s LicenseStrong hospitality experience in a vibrant, fast-paced environment
Competent on both the bar and floor
Solid food & beverage knowledge
Comfortable with opening/closing, cash-ups, and day-to-day venue operations
Seasonal Bar & Kitchen StaffHospitality or kitchen experience
Enthusiastic, reliable, and a team player
Passion for good food (smoked meat experience a bonus)
Flexible to work evenings and weekends
Extra details: We also offer gaming services – experience is a bonus but full training is provided.
Pay is discussed based on skills and experience.
Enjoy a proper work/life balance – we close for two weeks every Christmas/New Year and over Easter, so you’ll always get that time off to recharge and enjoy the holidays!
If you’re looking for a role where you’re part of a team (not just a number) and want the chance to work in a fun, community-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.If you are looking for a work life balance and feel like you'd be a valuable member of our team, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit a Cover Letter and CV in support of your application.