Get Behind the Bar… and Behind the Business
A little bar with a big opportunity…
Looking for the next step in your hospitality career? We’re on the hunt for a motivated and hands-on Bar Manager to join our team at a great little local bar in Hauraki, on Auckland’s North Shore. This is a place where locals gather, spend time together, community comes first - and we need someone who’s ready to help keep that heartbeat strong.
This role is perfect for someone who wants more than “just a job.” You’ll take part in day-to-day operations as you become the familiar face our regulars look forward to seeing. For the right person, this isn’t just a management role - it’s a pathway to genuine career growth in Hospitality, with the opportunity to earn sweat equity in the business over a 2–3 year tenure.
What You’ll Be Doing- Learning the ropes of day-to-day bar operations including opens and closes.
- Serving and chatting with locals, creating a warm, welcoming vibe.
- Managing stock, placing orders, and keeping things running smoothly.
- Ensuring a clean, organised, and inviting venue is maintained at all times.
- Leading by example and helping casual staff when needed.
- Interest in a career in Hospitality.
- Passion about hospitality and connecting with people.
- A confident self-starter, comfortable working solo and taking ownership when required.
- Organised and reliable, with a natural knack for problem-solving.
- Comfortable balancing service with behind-the-scenes responsibilities.
- Ambition to grow with us and potentially step into a bigger role over time.
- Current Duty Managers Certificate.
- Five (5) years bar or hospitality experience - preferably some of which has involved management.
- 25 years of age or older highly preferred.
- Be part of a relaxed, friendly, community-driven bar.
- Flexible, supportive team culture.
- A real opportunity to grow your career - with sweat equity on the table.
- Work where your effort genuinely matters and is recognised.
- The owner has experience and a long running passion for Hospitality
If you’re ready to step up, get involved, and make your mark on a great local bar, we’d love to hear from you. Please note, as this has the potential to become a business partnership, application criteria is strict.