Restaurant & Bar Manager

We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional to step into a newly created Restaurant & Bar Manager role following a recent team restructure. This role offers the chance to take the lead in shaping service and operations across our busy venue and truly make it your own.

Do you have a passion for hospitality and a knack for leading a team in high-pressure environments? Our much-loved destination known for its welcoming vibe, delicious food, and vibrant beer garden.

With a capacity of up to 400 guests and a summer season that doesn’t slow down, we’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume setting, leads from the front, and knows how to create memorable customer experiences – even on the busiest of days.

About the role: You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the restaurant and bar, including team leadership, customer service, financial performance, and operational efficiency. You’ll play a key role in shaping the service culture, maintaining standards, and helping us deliver outstanding hospitality. The role also involves working closely with our Function and Events Coordinator to support

What we’re looking for: Proven experience in managing a busy, high-volume venue A confident and positive leader who motivates and supports their team Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills A hands-on approach and cool head under pressure Current Manager’s Certificate (or ability to obtain one) Flexible availability – including nights, weekends, and public holidays Full driver’s licence (you’ll help operate our courtesy vans) Someone organised, proactive, and ready to take ownership What we offer:

Competitive hourly rate based on experience Great team vibes, staff perks, and a few well-deserved rewards to keep things fun Plenty of variety – no two days are the same A beautiful venue with a great reputation and loyal clientele The opportunity to make the role your own – we’re open to fresh ideas, new systems, and creative ways to improve how we do things If you're ready to step into a role where you can truly lead, inspire, and make an impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now with your CV and tell us why you’d be a great fit.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality career and be part of a fun, hardworking team at one of Canterbury’s most popular destinations—we’d love to hear from you.